1965 AC 427 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 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 114 more horse power than 1998 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1998 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 1998 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (350 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
Make | AC | Porsche |
Model | 427 | 911 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |