1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Maybach 57
To start off, 2007 Maybach 57 is newer by 45 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maybach 57 (605 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maybach 57 weights approximately 2115 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 2007 Maybach 57 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 2007 Maybach 57. 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, 2007 Maybach 57 (1,000 Nm) has 958 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2007 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maybach |
| Model | Ami | 57 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 110 L |
