1965 AC 427 vs. 1959 Austin A 55
To start off, 1965 AC 427 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 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 356 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 277 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm) has 584 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1959 Austin A 55 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | 427 | A 55 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 45 L |
