1965 AC 427 vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 33 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 363 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 687 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC 427. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 595 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Today 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 | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | 427 | Today |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |