1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1989 Ferrari Mythos
To start off, 1989 Ferrari Mythos is newer by 24 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mythos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (376 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mythos should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mythos weights approximately 645 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 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 1989 Ferrari Mythos. 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, 1989 Ferrari Mythos (480 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari Mythos 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 | 1989 Ferrari Mythos | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Ak 350 | Mythos |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 96 L |
