1965 AC 427 vs. 1969 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 1969 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 4 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 300 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 318 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. (256 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Impala. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1969 Chevrolet Impala has manual transmission. 1969 Chevrolet Impala 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 | 1969 Chevrolet Impala | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 427 | Impala |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 98.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3100 mm |
