1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1364 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 1975 Jensen Interceptor 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 1975 Jensen Interceptor. 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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor 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 | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | Ak 350 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 109.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 98 L |
