1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 46 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1345 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 789 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ak 350 | SL |
Year Released | 1963 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5512 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |