2006 Cadillac XLR vs. 1967 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2006 Cadillac XLR is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac XLR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac XLR (320 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac XLR should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac XLR weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Cadillac XLR 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 2006 Cadillac XLR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 2006 Cadillac XLR (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac XLR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac XLR | 1967 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | XLR | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 25 L |
