1965 AC 427 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1965 AC 427. (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1965 AC 427. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 608 kg more than 1965 AC 427. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC 427. (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC 427.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 427 | S |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 88 L |
