1970 Citroen Ami vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 770 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche 911 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 2007 Porsche 911. 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Ami | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Ami | 911 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 42 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |