1965 AC 427 vs. 1967 Opel Kadett
To start off, 1967 Opel Kadett is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 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 320 more horse power than 1967 Opel Kadett. (90 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Kadett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 567 kg more than 1967 Opel Kadett. 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 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Kadett. (147 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Kadett. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1967 Opel Kadett has manual transmission. 1967 Opel Kadett 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 | 1967 Opel Kadett | |
| Make | AC | Opel |
| Model | 427 | Kadett |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 44 L |
