2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 40 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1120 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 2002 Aston Martin DB7 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 2002 Aston Martin DB7. 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, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (571 Nm) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2002 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | DB7 | Ami |
Year Released | 2002 | 1962 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 22 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 42 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 298 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 | 1740 kg | 620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 25 L |