1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2008 BMW 330
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 45 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 330 (268 HP @ 6650 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 940 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, 2008 BMW 330 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 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 | 2008 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Ak 350 | 330 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6650 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |
