1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 47 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 398 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1011 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 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Citroen Ami | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
Model | Ami | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 600 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 469 Nm |
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 | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1257 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 80 L |