1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1266 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 Maserati Quattroporte 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 2012 Maserati Quattroporte. 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, 2012 Maserati Quattroporte (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2012 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Ami | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1438 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3063 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
