1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix vs. 1975 AC 428
To start off, 1975 AC 428 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix weights approximately 240 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix. (462 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Chrysler Dodge Phoenix | 1975 AC 428 | |
| Make | Chrysler | AC |
| Model | Dodge Phoenix | 428 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5211 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2450 mm |
