1965 AC 427 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1971 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 6 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 316 more horse power than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 427 | E |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
