1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1987 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1987 Jaguar XJS is newer by 25 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 3,588 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1010 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 1987 Jaguar XJS 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 1987 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1987 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1987 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 1987 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Ami | XJS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
