1965 AC 427 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1965 AC 427. (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1965 AC 427. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 32 kg more than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC 427. (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC 427.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 427 | SL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 661 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
