1965 AC 427 vs. 2012 Nissan NV
To start off, 2012 Nissan NV 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 149 more horse power than 2012 Nissan NV. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan NV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan NV weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan NV. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan NV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2012 Nissan NV | |
| Make | AC | Nissan |
| Model | 427 | NV |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2627 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 6111 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 2131 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3711 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 106 L |
