1972 Citroen Ami vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 950 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 BMW 325 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 BMW 325 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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Ami | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Ami | 325 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 63 L |
