1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2012 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2012 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 49 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1135 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, 2012 Buick LaCrosse (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Buick LaCrosse 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 | 2012 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Citroen | Buick |
Model | Ak 350 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2837 mm |