1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 4,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1961 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW M3 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 2010 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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, 2010 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Citroen Ami | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Ami | M3 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 43 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 63 L |
