1971 AC 428 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro (312 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1971 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1971 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 382 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro. (376 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2011 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 428 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2852 mm |
