1965 AC 427 vs. 2008 Maybach 57
To start off, 2008 Maybach 57 is newer by 43 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, 2008 Maybach 57 (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1965 AC 427. (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC 427. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1339 kg more than 1965 AC 427. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC 427. (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC 427.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2008 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | AC | Maybach |
| Model | 427 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 110 L |
