1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (136 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (360 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ak 350 | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 16.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
