1971 AC 428 vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 41 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, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (187 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 AC 428.
Because 1971 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 1971 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander, 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Highlander. 2012 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 1971 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1971 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 AC 428 | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | AC | Toyota |
| Model | 428 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4785 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2789 mm |
