1967 AC 428 vs. 2012 Ford E-150
To start off, 2012 Ford E-150 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 120 more horse power than 2012 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1128 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2012 Ford E-150 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | 428 | E-150 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4600 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 | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2085 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 132 L |