1962 Citroen Ami vs. 1990 Ferrari F40
To start off, 1990 Ferrari F40 is newer by 28 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 2,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Ferrari F40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari F40 (622 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 600 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari F40 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari F40 weights approximately 480 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 1990 Ferrari F40 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 1990 Ferrari F40. 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, 1990 Ferrari F40 (720 Nm) has 678 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1990 Ferrari F40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 1990 Ferrari F40 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Ami | F40 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 720 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 120 L |