1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2001 Ferrari F550
To start off, 2001 Ferrari F550 is newer by 37 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari F550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari F550 (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari F550 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari F550 weights approximately 1085 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Ferrari F550 (570 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 2001 Ferrari F550 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 | 2001 Ferrari F550 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Ak 350 | F550 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
