1967 AC 428 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 45 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 80 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 57 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT 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 278 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 428 | TT |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
