1973 AC 428 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Express is newer by 38 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 38 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1331 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, 2011 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 AC 428. (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 AC 428. 2011 Chevrolet Express 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. 2011 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2011 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 428 | Express |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| 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 | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2761 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3429 mm |
