1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 46 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1910 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ak 350 | GL |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
