1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 36 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 911 weights approximately 737 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 2004 Porsche 911 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 2004 Porsche 911. 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche 911 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Ak 350 | 911 |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 370 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1342 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |