1967 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 38 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1105 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 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 2005 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Ak 350 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 75 L |
