2007 BMW X5 vs. 1964 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 333 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2007 BMW X5 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 1964 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | X5 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1964 |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 63 L |
