1967 AC 428 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 AC 428. (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 AC 428.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 428 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 142 L |
