1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 760 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 1997 Maserati Ghibli 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 1997 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli 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 | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Ak 350 | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
