1959 BMW 700 vs. 1970 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1970 Citroen Ami is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 697 cc, 1959 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen Ami weights approximately 65 kg more than 1959 BMW 700.
Because 1959 BMW 700 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 1959 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1959 BMW 700 (52 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1959 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 BMW 700 | 1970 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 602 cc |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2390 mm |
