1975 AC 428 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 38 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 51 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Pilot weights approximately 611 kg more than 1975 AC 428.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot. 2013 Honda Pilot 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. 2013 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | 428 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4861 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1846 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2775 mm |
