1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 40 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1357 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car 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 2009 Lincoln Town Car. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
| Model | Ami | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 72 L |
