1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230
To start off, 1964 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (6 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (53 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Citroen Ak 350, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 (139 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 230 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ak 350 | 230 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1941 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3060 mm |
