1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is newer by 40 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports (621 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 586 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports weights approximately 1621 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 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports will offer significantly more control. 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:
1972 Citroen Ami | 2012 Bentley Continental Supersports | |
Make | Citroen | Bentley |
Model | Ami | Continental Supersports |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4803 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1946 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1379 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2746 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |