1961 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 50 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 775 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 2011 BMW 118 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 2011 BMW 118. 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, 2011 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Citroen Ami | 2011 BMW 118 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Ami | 118 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 43 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1423 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 51 L |