1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 48 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 619 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm) has 779 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ami | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 821 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |
