1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 3,295 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 BMW 3.3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 BMW 3.3 weights approximately 889 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 BMW 3.3 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 1976 BMW 3.3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 BMW 3.3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 3.3 | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 3.3 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3295 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 19 L |
