1963 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 553 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 1059 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 SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS 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 SLS | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ak 350 | SLS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
