1965 AC 427 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS 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 202 more horse power than 1999 Lincoln LS. (208 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1999 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 290 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lincoln LS. (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lincoln LS. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1999 Lincoln LS has manual transmission. 1999 Lincoln LS 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 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | 427 | LS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| 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 | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
