1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (328 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1645 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (610 Nm @ 2450 RPM) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Mulsanne | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 610 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2410 mm |
