1972 AC 428 vs. 1972 Peugeot 304
To start off, both 1972 AC 428 and 1972 Peugeot 304 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AC 428 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Peugeot 304, 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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 304. (95 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AC 428 | 1972 Peugeot 304 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | 428 | 304 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2600 mm |