1967 AC 428 vs. 1999 Ford Econoline
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 32 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 93 more horse power than 1999 Ford Econoline. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 902 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Econoline. (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1999 Ford Econoline | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 428 | Econoline |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5407 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3510 mm |
