1967 AC 428 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 41 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 33 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (312 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 403 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 428 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 129 L |
