1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1969 Citroen Ami is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 657 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ferrari 250 GT 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 1959 Ferrari 250 GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1959 Ferrari 250 GT (246 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1959 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1959 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Ami | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1277 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
