1965 AC 427 vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 38 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 172 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 553 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 427 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
