1967 AC 428 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express 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 85 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 917 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | AC | Chevrolet |
Model | 428 | Express |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |