1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 845 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Porsche 959 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Ak 350 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Ak 350 | 959 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 450 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |