1965 AC 427 vs. 2005 Smart Roadster
To start off, 2005 Smart Roadster 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 329 more horse power than 2005 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2005 Smart Roadster. 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 542 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Roadster. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 2005 Smart Roadster has manual transmission. 2005 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster | |
| Make | AC | Smart |
| Model | 427 | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 66.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 67 mm |
| 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 | 888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 35 L |
