1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix

To start off, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Citroen Ak 350 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
Make Citroen Pontiac
Model Ak 350 Grand Prix
Year Released 1966 1970
Engine Size 600 cc 6547 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 22 HP 185 HP
Engine RPM 4500 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 41 Nm 434 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 605 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 3610 mm 5350 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1710 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 3010 mm


 

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