2009 Buick Lucerne vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2009 Buick Lucerne is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen Ak 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen Ak 350 would be higher. At 3,879 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Lucerne (224 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
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 Buick Lucerne (237 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick Lucerne | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Lucerne | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3879 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
