1965 AC 427 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 108 more horse power than 2011 Ford F-150. (302 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 890 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 276 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford F-150. (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | 427 | F-150 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2287 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 98 L |