2007 Bentley Arnage vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2007 Bentley Arnage is newer by 44 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Bentley Arnage (451 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 2035 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 2007 Bentley Arnage 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 2007 Bentley Arnage. 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, 2007 Bentley Arnage (835 Nm) has 793 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Bentley Arnage | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Arnage | Ami |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 835 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2130 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 20.6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 25 L |
