1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2002 Maybach 57
To start off, 2002 Maybach 57 is newer by 39 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maybach 57 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 521 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maybach 57 weights approximately 1590 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 2002 Maybach 57 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 2002 Maybach 57. 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, 2002 Maybach 57 (900 Nm) has 858 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2002 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 2002 Maybach 57 | |
Make | Citroen | Maybach |
Model | Ami | 57 |
Year Released | 1963 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 543 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 900 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2220 mm |