1965 AC 427 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1965 AC 427. (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 AC 427. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 95 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, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Corvette. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 2010 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 AC 427 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 427 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |
