1967 AC 428 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 654 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2011 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg. (359 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Touareg.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2011 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | AC | Volkswagen |
Model | 428 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1941 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2893 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 100 L |