1966 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2011 Alpina D3
To start off, 2011 Alpina D3 is newer by 45 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina D3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina D3 (211 HP) has 189 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina D3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina D3 weights approximately 955 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 2011 Alpina D3 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 2011 Alpina D3. 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, 2011 Alpina D3 (450 Nm) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 2011 Alpina D3 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 | 2011 Alpina D3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alpina |
| Model | Ak 350 | D3 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
