1996 BMW 735 vs. 1966 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 1215 kg more than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 735 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 1996 BMW 735. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1996 BMW 735 (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 735 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 1966 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 735 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 19 L |
