1973 AC 428 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 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 48 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (250 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1043 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Savana. (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Savana. 2010 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1973 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1973 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | 428 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 623 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3429 mm |
