1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,497 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (94 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 750 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 (158 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ami | 250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
