1968 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1968 Cadillac DeVille is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1480 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Cadillac DeVille 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 1968 Cadillac DeVille. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 1968 Cadillac DeVille (712 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac DeVille | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | DeVille | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2085 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 63 L |
