1967 AC 428 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 45 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 159 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (186 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 217 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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 368 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2012 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | 428 | Colorado |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |