1965 AC 427 vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 427 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1136 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
