1962 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 51 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 3,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (316 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayman weights approximately 730 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 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen Ami | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Ami | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 277 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1306 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2415 mm |
