1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is newer by 41 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 1010 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Pontiac Bonneville (311 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Bonneville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 2004 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Ami | Bonneville |
Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 311 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 68 L |