1965 AC 427 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 178 more horse power than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 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 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | AC | Mazda |
| Model | 427 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 64 L |
