1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 43 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1570 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2008 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
| Model | Ak 350 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 93 L |
