1964 BMW 700 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1964 BMW 700 is newer by 2 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 696 cc (2 cylinders), 1964 BMW 700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 BMW 700 (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 BMW 700 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 BMW 700 weights approximately 40 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 1964 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 1964 BMW 700. 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, 1964 BMW 700 (52 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1964 BMW 700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 BMW 700 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 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 | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 25 L |
