1970 Citroen Ami vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen Ami weights approximately 50 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1995 Donkervoort S8 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 1995 Donkervoort S8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Ami | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
| Model | Ami | S8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
