1964 Citroen Ami vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1964 Citroen Ami. (24 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 weights approximately 1470 kg more than 1964 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 650 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 will offer significantly more control. 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.
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1964 Citroen Ami | 2012 BMW 650 | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Ami | 650 |
Year Released | 1964 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4894 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1894 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |