1965 AC 427 vs. 1972 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1972 Isuzu 117 is newer by 7 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 290 more horse power than 1972 Isuzu 117. (120 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1972 Isuzu 117. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 317 kg more than 1972 Isuzu 117. 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 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Isuzu 117. (143 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Isuzu 117.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1972 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | AC | Isuzu |
| Model | 427 | 117 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |
