1969 Citroen Ak 350 vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 38 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 1155 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 2007 BMW 630 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 2007 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 2007 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 630 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 | 2007 BMW 630 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Ak 350 | 630 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 605 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |
