1967 AC 428 vs. 2012 BMW 528
To start off, 2012 BMW 528 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 105 more horse power than 2012 BMW 528. (240 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 528. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 528 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2012 BMW 528 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 BMW 528 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 528. (352 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 528.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2012 BMW 528 | |
Make | AC | BMW |
Model | 428 | 528 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
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 | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |