1965 AC 427 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna 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 144 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (266 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 590 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 Toyota Sienna, 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 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | 427 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1987 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1984 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |