2002 BMW 330 vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2002 BMW 330 is newer by 38 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 330 weights approximately 1025 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 2002 BMW 330 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 2002 BMW 330. 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, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
