1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 50 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (529 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 507 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1565 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (800 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 759 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ak 350 | S |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 529 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3165 mm |
