1969 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 42 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 1520 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 2011 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW 750 (609 Nm) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Ami | 2011 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Ami | 750 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 620 kg | 2140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
