2003 Bentley Continental vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2003 Bentley Continental is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bentley Continental (421 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1830 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bentley Continental 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 2003 Bentley Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 2003 Bentley Continental (876 Nm) has 834 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2003 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bentley Continental | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Continental | Ami |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 421 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 876 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| 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 | 5250 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 25 L |
