1965 AC 427 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 110 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado. (488 Nm). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 427 | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |
