1965 AC 427 vs. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 207 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (203 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 458 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC 427. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. 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 360 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe. (292 Nm). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2004 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | AC | Hyundai |
| Model | 427 | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
