1988 BMW 520 vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1988 BMW 520 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 520 (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 520 weights approximately 950 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW 520 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 1988 BMW 520. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1988 BMW 520 (174 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1988 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 520 | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 520 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
