1970 AC 428 vs. 1999 Holden Commodore
To start off, 1999 Holden Commodore is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1999 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Commodore weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Holden Commodore. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 1999 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | 428 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2950 mm |
