1965 AC 427 vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 41 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 2006 Lincoln LS. (280 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lincoln LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 314 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lincoln LS. (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lincoln LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | AC | Lincoln |
| Model | 427 | LS |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
