1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2007 Nissan 350Z is newer by 44 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 1090 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 2007 Nissan 350Z 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 2007 Nissan 350Z. 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, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 2007 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | Ami | 350Z |
Year Released | 1963 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 363 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 76 L |