1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 761 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1969 Citroen Ami has manual transmission. 1969 Citroen Ami will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ami | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 90 L |
