1967 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 665 kg more than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Panoz Esperante 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 2001 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen Ak 350 | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Citroen | Panoz |
Model | Ak 350 | Esperante |
Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 59 L |