2003 Alpina Roadster vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2003 Alpina Roadster is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alpina Roadster (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 1021 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alpina Roadster | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | Roadster | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
