1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 37 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 1070 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 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (563 Nm) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Ami | 550 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 563 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 299 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 114 L |