1967 AC 428 vs. 2012 Kia Sedona

To start off, 2012 Kia Sedona 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 74 more horse power than 2012 Kia Sedona. (271 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Sedona weights approximately 501 kg more than 1967 AC 428.

Because 1967 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Sedona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Sedona.

Compare all specifications:

1967 AC 428 2012 Kia Sedona
Make AC Kia
Model 428 Sedona
Year Released 1967 2012
Body Type Convertible Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7010 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 345 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 627 Nm 336 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1483 kg 1984 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1984 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1816 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 3020 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 85 L 80 L


 

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