1995 BMW 318 vs. 1967 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1995 BMW 318 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 318 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 318 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 318 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 1995 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1995 BMW 318 (168 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 318 | 1967 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 25 L |
