1965 AC 427 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo 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 297 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 87 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
Because 1965 AC 427 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 AC 427. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 372 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | AC | Ford |
| Model | 427 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 59 L |
