1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 41 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1246 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 2003 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2003 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2003 Maserati Quattroporte (460 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2003 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2003 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Ami | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
