1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 955 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 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ak 350 | C |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |