1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 21 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1198 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 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Volante | Ami |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 25 L |
