1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1967 Ford GT 40
To start off, 1968 Citroen Ak 350 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford GT 40 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 1967 Ford GT 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1967 Ford GT 40 (85 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 1967 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen Ak 350 | 1967 Ford GT 40 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Ak 350 | GT 40 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1967 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 85 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 125 L |