2008 Kia Sorento vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sorento | 1971 AC 428 | |
Make | Kia | AC |
Model | Sorento | 428 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3340 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 639 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |