1965 AC 427 vs. 2011 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2011 Saab 05-Sep 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 110 more horse power than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (300 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 531 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 2011 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC 427. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Saab 05-Sep will offer significantly more control. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Saab 05-Sep. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Saab 05-Sep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2011 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | AC | Saab |
| Model | 427 | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2837 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 70 L |
