1965 AC 427 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana 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, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2010 GMC Savana. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2010 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 823 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 GMC Savana. (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 GMC Savana.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | AC | GMC |
Model | 427 | Savana |
Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 117 L |