1978 BMW 520 vs. 1968 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1978 BMW 520 is newer by 10 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 520 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 1065 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 1978 BMW 520 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 1978 BMW 520. 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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 520 | 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 520 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
