1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 23 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1315 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 1988 Aston Martin Virage 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 1988 Aston Martin Virage. 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | Virage | Ak 350 |
Year Released | 1988 | 1965 |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 19 L |