1965 AC 427 vs. 1986 Bitter SC
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 21 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 233 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. 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 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1986 Bitter SC | |
| Make | AC | Bitter |
| Model | 427 | SC |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 249 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 75 L |
