1967 AC 428 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 42 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 24 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (321 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 378 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | 428 | Tahoe |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |