1965 AC 427 vs. 1985 Renault 5
To start off, 1985 Renault 5 is newer by 20 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 64 more horse power than 1985 Renault 5. (346 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1985 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 491 kg more than 1985 Renault 5. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Renault 5. (430 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1985 Renault 5 | |
| Make | AC | Renault |
| Model | 427 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1526 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 51 L |
