2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1974 AC 428
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 Ford F-250.
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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford F-250. (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford F-250. 1974 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2009 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford F-250 | 1974 AC 428 | |
| Make | Ford | AC |
| Model | F-250 | 428 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5400 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2450 mm |
