2006 Cadillac CTS vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2006 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac CTS (252 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1126 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 2006 Cadillac CTS 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 2006 Cadillac CTS. 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, 2006 Cadillac CTS (342 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2006 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac CTS | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | CTS | Ami |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 236 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 25 L |
