1999 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 AC 428
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (296 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 435 kg more than 1974 AC 428.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 AC 428 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | AC |
| Model | Silverado | 428 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
