1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 48 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1934 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 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
Make Citroen Chevrolet
Model Ak 350 Tahoe
Year Released 1964 2012
Engine Size 602 cc 6000 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 22 HP 332 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 5100 RPM
Torque 41 Nm 497 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline / Electric Hybrid
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 605 kg 2539 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 5131 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 2007 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1895 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 95 L


 

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