2001 Bugatti EB 118 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is newer by 39 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 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 525 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bugatti EB 118 weights approximately 1557 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 2001 Bugatti EB 118 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 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, 2001 Bugatti EB 118 (650 Nm) has 608 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2001 Bugatti EB 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bugatti EB 118 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 118 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 25 L |
