1969 Citroen Ami vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is newer by 22 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 weights approximately 1234 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 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 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. 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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ami | 400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3150 mm |
