1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 44 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1651 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 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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 | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Ak 350 | Touareg |
Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2256 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |