1965 AC 427 vs. 1995 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1995 Holden Statesman is newer by 30 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 187 more horse power than 1995 Holden Statesman. (223 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1995 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Holden Statesman weights approximately 123 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Holden Statesman. (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1995 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | 427 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |
