1965 AC 427 vs. 2000 AC Cobra
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 35 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 60 more horse power than 2000 AC Cobra. (350 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2000 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 497 kg more than 2000 AC Cobra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 AC Cobra. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 AC Cobra. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 2000 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 2000 AC Cobra 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 | 2000 AC Cobra | |
| Make | AC | AC |
| Model | 427 | Cobra |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
