1965 AC 427 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 271 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (139 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 133 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander. (213 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 427 | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
