1967 AC 428 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 38 kg more than 1967 AC 428. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (819 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 428 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 819 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4476 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |
