1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 1025 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Ami | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 67 L |