1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1989 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1989 Dodge Viper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 1989 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Dodge Viper (400 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Dodge Viper weights approximately 849 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 1989 Dodge Viper 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 1989 Dodge Viper. 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, 1989 Dodge Viper (610 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Dodge Viper 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 | 1989 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Ak 350 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 610 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1454 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
