1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 230 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Ferrari 250 LM 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 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Ami | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 290 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 140 L |
