1965 AC 427 vs. 1994 BMW M5
To start off, 1994 BMW M5 is newer by 29 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 70 more horse power than 1994 BMW M5. (340 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW M5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M5 weights approximately 328 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 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW M5. (401 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW M5. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1994 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1994 BMW M5 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 | 1994 BMW M5 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 427 | M5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 90 L |
