1965 AC 427 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 42 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 244 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 593 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 2007 Honda CR-V 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, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | AC | Honda |
| Model | 427 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |
