1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2008 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2008 Ford Taurus 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Taurus weights approximately 502 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 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Taurus 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 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | Taurus |
Year Released | 1963 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |