2006 Honda Element vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 36 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 142 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 562 kg more than 1970 AC 428.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Honda | AC |
| Model | Element | 428 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
