2009 Cadillac CTS vs. 1965 Citroen Ak 350
To start off, 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac CTS (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac CTS 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 2009 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 2009 Cadillac CTS (300 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen Ak 350. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen Ak 350.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac CTS | 1965 Citroen Ak 350 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | Ak 350 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 3175 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 19 L |
