1965 AC 427 vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 34 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 257 more horse power than 1999 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 3 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 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1999 Lexus IS | |
| Make | AC | Lexus |
| Model | 427 | IS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
