1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V
To start off, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 48 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (556 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 534 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 1310 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, 2011 Cadillac CTS-V (746 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 705 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Cadillac CTS-V 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 | 2011 Cadillac CTS-V | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | Ak 350 | CTS-V |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 556 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 746 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |