1965 AC 427 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Pickup
To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Pickup is newer by 11 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) has 210 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup.
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) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup. (407 Nm). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Pickup.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1976 Chevrolet Pickup | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 427 | Pickup |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
