1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1968 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 1 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 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 861 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 1969 Aston Martin DB6 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 1969 Aston Martin DB6. 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | DB6 | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 25 L |