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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A8 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 195 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 1065 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (300 Nm @ 8200 RPM) has 259 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 | 2976 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 8200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 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 Tank Capacity | 90 L | 25 L |
