2009 Audi A8 vs. 1968 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 41 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 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 325 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 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 1968 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 25 L |
