1965 AC 427 vs. 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina
To start off, both 1965 AC 427 and 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 386 more horse power than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (24 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 877 kg more than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 616 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina has manual transmission. 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 | 1965 Autobianchi Bianchina | |
Make | AC | Autobianchi |
Model | 427 | Bianchina |
Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 36 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 67.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
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 | 520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 1840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 22 L |