1974 BMW 3 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1974 BMW 3 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 BMW 3 weights approximately 813 kg more than 1962 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 BMW 3 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 1974 BMW 3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 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, 1974 BMW 3 (270 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1974 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 3 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2380 mm |
