1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 Dodge Viper is newer by 44 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 8,285 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Viper (499 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 477 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Viper weights approximately 997 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 2009 Dodge Viper 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 2009 Dodge Viper. 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, 2009 Dodge Viper (711 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Viper 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 | 2009 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Ak 350 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 8285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 499 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 102.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 100.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1602 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 21.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 70 L |
