1965 AC 427 vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 25 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1965 AC 427. (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC 427. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 297 kg more than 1990 Ferrari F40.
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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC 427. (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC 427. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1990 Ferrari F40 has manual transmission. 1990 Ferrari F40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 AC 427 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 427 | F40 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 120 L |
