2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1970 AC 428

To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 37 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 102 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.

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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. 1970 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Chevrolet Silverado 1970 AC 428
Make Chevrolet AC
Model Silverado 428
Year Released 2007 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4293 cc 7003 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 196 HP 298 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 640 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 3 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Length 6030 mm 4430 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 3890 mm 2450 mm


 

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