1965 AC 427 vs. 2009 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy 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 129 more horse power than 2009 GMC Envoy. (281 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2009 GMC Envoy.
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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Envoy. (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2009 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | AC | GMC |
| Model | 427 | Envoy |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 83 L |
