1958 BMW 600 vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 600 would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Citroen Ak 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1958 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 should accelerate faster than 1958 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Citroen Ak 350 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 BMW 600 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 1958 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Citroen Ak 350, 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, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Citroen Ak 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 600 | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2410 mm |
