1965 AC 427 vs. 1992 Ferrari 348
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 348 is newer by 27 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 115 more horse power than 1992 Ferrari 348. (295 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1992 Ferrari 348. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 348 weights approximately 68 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 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ferrari 348. (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ferrari 348. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1992 Ferrari 348 has manual transmission. 1992 Ferrari 348 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 | 1992 Ferrari 348 | |
| Make | AC | Ferrari |
| Model | 427 | 348 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| 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 | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 95 L |
