1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1992 Lexus LS
To start off, 1992 Lexus LS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lexus LS weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lexus LS 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 1992 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1992 Lexus LS (350 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1992 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1992 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Citroen | Lexus |
| Model | Ami | LS |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2820 mm |
