1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 30 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (423 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari 512 M weights approximately 850 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (500 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Ak 350 | 512 M |
Year Released | 1965 | 1995 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 423 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |