1975 AC 428 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 34 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1975 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1975 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 428 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3310 mm |
