1965 AC 427 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 44 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 100 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 431 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. 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, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 427 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 106 L |
