2001 AC Cobra vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 328 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Cobra weights approximately 455 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 AC Cobra 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 2001 AC Cobra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Cobra | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | AC | Citroen |
| Model | Cobra | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2410 mm |
