1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1962 Maserati 151

To start off, 1965 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Maserati 151. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Maserati 151 would be higher. At 3,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Maserati 151 (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Maserati 151 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1962 Maserati 151 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 1962 Maserati 151. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1962 Maserati 151 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Maserati 151 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Citroen Ak 350 1962 Maserati 151
Make Citroen Maserati
Model Ak 350 151
Year Released 1965 1962
Engine Size 602 cc 3942 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 22 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 41 Nm 487 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 605 kg 895 kg
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2310 mm