1967 AC 428 vs. 2007 Citroen C5
To start off, 2007 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. 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 214 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 183 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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, 2007 Citroen C5, 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C5. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2007 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | 428 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2178 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |
