1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 47 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 325 weights approximately 1070 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, 2010 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 325 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 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Ak 350 | 325 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2770 mm |