1970 AC 428 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 43 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1970 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1970 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1970 AC 428. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford F-150. (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford F-150. 2013 Ford F-150 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. 2013 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AC 428 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 428 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 640 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3683 mm |
