2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1968 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac STS 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 2005 Cadillac STS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | STS | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 25 L |
