1965 AC 427 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 47 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1965 AC 427. (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1965 AC 427. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1965 AC 427. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DB9. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 AC 427 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | AC | Aston Martin |
| Model | 427 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
