1965 AC 427 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon 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 149 more horse power than 2011 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 307 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
Make | AC | Ford |
Model | 427 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 68 L |