1968 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1265 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
Model | Ak 350 | XJ |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3157 mm |