1965 AC 427 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 106 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 788 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 2012 BMW X5 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 BMW X5 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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | AC | BMW |
| Model | 427 | X5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 85 L |
