1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1963 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ak 350 | 1959 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Ak 350 | 500 Testarossa |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2260 mm |