1975 AC 428 vs. 2007 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hilux is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 100 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
1975 AC 428 | 2007 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | 428 | Hilux |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3090 mm |