1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT
To start off, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is newer by 39 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Maserati 3200 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (365 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Maserati 3200 GT weights approximately 920 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 2001 Maserati 3200 GT 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 2001 Maserati 3200 GT. 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, 2001 Maserati 3200 GT (491 Nm) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2001 Maserati 3200 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 2001 Maserati 3200 GT | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | Ami | 3200 GT |
Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 491 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |