2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1970 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | AC |
| Model | Express | 428 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2450 mm |
