1963 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 48 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 2004 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 2011 GMC Yukon 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 2011 GMC Yukon. 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Citroen Ami | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Ami | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 600 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2624 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 117 L |
