1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1978 Bristol 412 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Bristol 412 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Bristol 412 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 1978 Bristol 412. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1978 Bristol 412 (366 Nm) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1978 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 412 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
