1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Maserati GranSport
To start off, 2009 Maserati GranSport is newer by 43 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Maserati GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Maserati GranSport (396 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 374 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Maserati GranSport should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Maserati GranSport weights approximately 1075 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 2009 Maserati GranSport 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 Maserati GranSport. 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, 2009 Maserati GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Maserati GranSport 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 | 2009 Maserati GranSport | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | Ak 350 | GranSport |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 88 L |