2005 Audi A8 vs. 1966 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 39 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (276 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 1335 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 2005 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A8 (650 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 609 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1966 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 19 L |
