1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alpina B3 weights approximately 835 kg more than 1972 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Alpina B3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 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 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alpina |
| Model | Ami | B3 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2730 mm |
