1973 BMW Touring vs. 1968 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1973 BMW Touring is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ami. (29 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 BMW Touring weights approximately 410 kg more than 1968 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 1968 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Touring | Ami |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
