1992 BMW 538 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1992 BMW 538 is newer by 30 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 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 538 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 538 (341 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 538 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 538 weights approximately 1210 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 1992 BMW 538 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 1992 BMW 538. 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, 1992 BMW 538 (400 Nm) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 538 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 538 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 538 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
