1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 39 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 920 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 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Ami | 911 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
