1964 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2013 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac CTS is newer by 49 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac CTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1163 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 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 2013 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2013 Cadillac CTS (373 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac CTS 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 | 2013 Cadillac CTS | |
| Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
| Model | Ak 350 | CTS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 314 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.3 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1442 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
