1965 AC 427 vs. 2006 Mazda DrifterX
To start off, 2006 Mazda DrifterX 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 302 more horse power than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda DrifterX.
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 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda DrifterX. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda DrifterX has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda DrifterX 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 | 2006 Mazda DrifterX | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | 427 | DrifterX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
