1967 AC 428 vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (314 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2013 Cadillac XTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 429 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS 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 Cadillac XTS 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 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac XTS. (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac XTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
| Make | AC | Cadillac |
| Model | 428 | XTS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2831 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 76 L |
