1975 AC 428 vs. 1975 Citroen CX
To start off, both 1975 AC 428 and 1975 Citroen CX were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 AC 428 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 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 1975 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, 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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1975 AC 428 | 1975 Citroen CX | |
Make | AC | Citroen |
Model | 428 | CX |
Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3100 mm |