1965 AC 427 vs. 2007 Kia Carens
To start off, 2007 Kia Carens 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 299 more horse power than 2007 Kia Carens. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Carens. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Carens weights approximately 114 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 1965 AC 427 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 AC 427. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Carens, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Carens. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2007 Kia Carens | |
| Make | AC | Kia |
| Model | 427 | Carens |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1511 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |
