1975 AC 428 vs. 2010 Ford F-150
To start off, 2010 Ford F-150 is newer by 35 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, 2010 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1975 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1975 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1119 kg more than 1975 AC 428. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford F-150. (494 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford F-150. 2010 Ford F-150 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. 2010 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2010 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 428 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5885 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2004 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1887 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3670 mm |
