1965 AC 427 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando 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 269 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 454 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC 427. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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 442 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | 427 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
