2007 Honda Pilot vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 54 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 AC 428.
Because 1970 AC 428 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1970 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 315 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 1970 AC 428 | |
Make | Honda | AC |
Model | Pilot | 428 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 640 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2450 mm |