1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Audi R8
To start off, 2012 Audi R8 is newer by 51 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi R8 (420 HP) has 398 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi R8 weights approximately 1015 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 2012 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi R8 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, 2012 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2012 Audi R8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Ami | R8 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 420 HP |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1635 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1252 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
