1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 49 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 1106 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | Citroen | Buick |
| Model | Ami | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2936 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |
