1965 AC 427 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Passat 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 250 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 175 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 1965 AC 427 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 AC 427. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | AC | Volkswagen |
| Model | 427 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |
