1967 AC 428 vs. 2009 Ford E-150
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 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 120 more horse power than 2009 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 517 kg more than 2009 Ford E-150. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford E-150. (389 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2009 Ford E-150 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | 428 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 132 L |