1967 AC 428 vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento is newer by 44 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 69 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sorento. (276 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sorento weights approximately 284 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 1967 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sorento. (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
Make | AC | Kia |
Model | 428 | Sorento |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1767 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4661 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1885 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1735 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |