1967 AC 428 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1967 AC 428 and 1967 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 31 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 AC 428 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 1967 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen DS, 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, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | 428 | DS |
Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 65 L |