1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2003 Porsche 911
To start off, 2003 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Porsche 911 (443 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1084 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 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2003 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2003 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Ami | 911 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 443 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
