1965 AC 427 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 253 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 217 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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 AC 427 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC 427 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | AC | Toyota |
Model | 427 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 410 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |