1965 AC 427 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 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, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2012 Audi A5. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 433 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 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 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi A5. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
| Make | AC | Audi |
| Model | 427 | A5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 67 L |
