1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1285 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ak 350 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
