1967 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 42 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1130 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 2009 Jaguar XK 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 Jaguar XK. 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK 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 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Ak 350 | XK |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4194 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 71 L |