1976 Citroen Ami vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1976 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1976 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen Ami. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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.
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1976 Citroen Ami | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | Ami | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |