2007 Toyota Highlander vs. 1970 AC 428
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 83 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AC 428 weights approximately 356 kg more than 2007 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Highlander. (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Highlander | 1970 AC 428 | |
| Make | Toyota | AC |
| Model | Highlander | 428 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3311 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 640 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1074 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
