1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 40 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO 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.
Because 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 2004 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO 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 | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Ak 350 | GTO |
Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |