1965 AC 427 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1965 AC 427. (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 1965 AC 427. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 573 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC 427. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC 427. (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC 427.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | AC | Porsche |
| Model | 427 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | single |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
