1965 AC 427 vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1965 AC 427. (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 AC 427. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XK 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC 427. (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC 427.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | 427 | XK |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 61 L |
