1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1972 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1972 Ford GT 40 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 355 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, 1972 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 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 | 1972 Ford GT 40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Ak 350 | GT 40 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
