2005 Acura RL vs. 1963 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 42 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura RL weights approximately 1202 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, 2005 Acura RL (353 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1963 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | RL | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
