1965 AC 427 vs. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000
To start off, 1965 AC 427 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 295 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 AC 427 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1961 Alfa Romeo 2000 | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 427 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 71 L |
