1973 AC 428 vs. 2011 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2011 Dodge Durango 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 8 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Durango. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Durango weights approximately 795 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Durango. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Durango. 2011 Dodge Durango 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 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2011 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | AC | Dodge |
| Model | 428 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1819 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3043 mm |
