1972 Citroen Ami vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (219 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1972 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 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 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Ami | 380 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 71.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
