1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Maserati GT
To start off, 2007 Maserati GT is newer by 38 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 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati GT (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati GT should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati GT weights approximately 800 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 2007 Maserati 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 2007 Maserati 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, 2007 Maserati GT (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2007 Maserati GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Ami | GT |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 88 L |
