1965 AC 427 vs. 1972 Mazda Chante
To start off, 1972 Mazda Chante 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 380 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 907 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 612 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1972 Mazda Chante | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | 427 | Chante |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2210 mm |
