1999 Bentley Azure vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1999 Bentley Azure is newer by 37 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 6,745 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1830 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 1999 Bentley Azure 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 1999 Bentley Azure. 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, 1999 Bentley Azure (750 Nm) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1999 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Azure | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Azure | Ami |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6745 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 750 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2380 mm |
