1967 AC 428 vs. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | 428 | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
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 | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 83 L |