1965 AC 427 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 239 more horse power than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 528 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercury Mariner. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | AC | Mercury |
Model | 427 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 62 L |