1967 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 40 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 2,032 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 765 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Ak 350 | B |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2032 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 56 L |