1970 AC 428 vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 36 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 54 more horse power than 2006 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 88 kg more than 1970 AC 428.
Because 1970 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 1970 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot, 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Pilot. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1970 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1970 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | 428 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
