1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 39 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1205 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E 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 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ak 350 | E |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
