1965 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2012 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2012 GMC Yukon is newer by 47 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Yukon (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1934 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 2012 GMC Yukon 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 2012 GMC Yukon. 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, 2012 GMC Yukon (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Yukon 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 | 2012 GMC Yukon | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | Ak 350 | Yukon |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 497 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 2539 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 95 L |