1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 43 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan 350Z (287 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 849 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 2005 Nissan 350Z 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 2005 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (354 Nm) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Citroen Ami | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ami | 350Z |
Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 354 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1469 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |