1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1999 Lexus GS
To start off, 1999 Lexus GS is newer by 35 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus GS (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus GS weights approximately 1055 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 1999 Lexus GS 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 1999 Lexus GS. 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, 1999 Lexus GS (296 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus GS 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 | 1999 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Ak 350 | GS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
