2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1972 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 28 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 597 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 1175 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 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron 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. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1972 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | Veyron | Ami |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
