1967 AC 428 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra 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 30 more horse power than 2012 GMC Sierra. (315 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 828 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 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
Make | AC | GMC |
Model | 428 | Sierra |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 2311 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5847 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2032 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3645 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 98 L |