1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2005 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 2005 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 35 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (149 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen Ami weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Donkervoort D8.
Because 2005 Donkervoort D8 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 2005 Donkervoort D8. 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, 2005 Donkervoort D8 (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 2005 Donkervoort D8 | |
Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
Model | Ami | D8 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1780 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2310 mm |