1972 Chevrolet Chevelle vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 1973 AC 428 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle weights approximately 125 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle. 1973 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle has manual transmission. 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Chevelle | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | AC |
| Model | Chevelle | 428 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |
