1965 AC 427 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 39 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 226 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (184 HP @ 7400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
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) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (237 Nm). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 427 | 525 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
