1965 AC 427 vs. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 40 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 11 more horse power than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (399 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 103 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 @ 3700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 AC 427 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | 427 | 8C Competizione |
Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |