1965 AC 427 vs. 2002 Holden Jackaroo
To start off, 2002 Holden Jackaroo is newer by 37 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 252 more horse power than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (158 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Holden Jackaroo weights approximately 648 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Jackaroo. (333 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Jackaroo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2002 Holden Jackaroo | |
| Make | AC | Holden |
| Model | 427 | Jackaroo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
