2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 41 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 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 1013 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 2003 Buick Blackhawk 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 Buick Blackhawk. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 650 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Blackhawk | Ami |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2380 mm |
