1965 AC 427 vs. 1974 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 9 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 272 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 7 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1974 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | AC | Chrysler |
| Model | 427 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3523 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
