1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1114 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 2008 Jaguar XJ 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 2008 Jaguar XJ. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Ami | XJ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 84 L |
