1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 30 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1201 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS 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 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Ak 350 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
