1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (48 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 335. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (70 Nm @ 2745 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Ami | 335 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2745 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 770 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |
