1967 AC 428 vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 46 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) has 207 more horse power than 2013 Audi A3. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2013 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2013 Audi A3 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, 2013 Audi A3 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Audi A3. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 428 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2578 mm |
