1961 Citroen Ami vs. 1996 Ferrari F50
To start off, 1996 Ferrari F50 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 4,698 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari F50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari F50 (750 HP @ 10500 RPM) has 728 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari F50 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari F50 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari F50 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 1996 Ferrari F50. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 Citroen Ami, 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, 1996 Ferrari F50 (520 Nm) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm). This means 1996 Ferrari F50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 1996 Ferrari F50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Ami | F50 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 10500 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 376 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 907 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 110 L |
