1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (156 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (250 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B 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 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ak 350 | B |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2699 mm |
