1963 Citroen Ami vs. 1997 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1997 Ferrari F355 is newer by 34 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 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 730 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 1997 Ferrari F355 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 1997 Ferrari F355. 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, 1997 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1997 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 1997 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Ami | F355 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 82 L |
