1965 AC 427 vs. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 1965 AC 427 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1942 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 243 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1942 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | 427 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
