1996 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 1973 AC 428
To start off, 1996 Citroen Rally Raid is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (297 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Rally Raid weights approximately 20 kg more than 1973 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid. (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Rally Raid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Rally Raid | 1973 AC 428 | |
| Make | Citroen | AC |
| Model | Rally Raid | 428 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 7002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2450 mm |
