1965 AC 427 vs. 2005 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Porsche Boxster 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 130 more horse power than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (280 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Porsche Boxster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche Boxster. (320 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2005 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | 427 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 53 L |
