1965 AC 427 vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 48 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 45 more horse power than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (365 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 532 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge CHARGER. (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge CHARGER.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | AC | Dodge |
Model | 427 | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3052 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |