1965 AC 427 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 46 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 276 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 333 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 1965 AC 427 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 AC 427. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Captiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva. (221 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2011 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | AC | Chevrolet |
| Model | 427 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 65 L |
