1995 BMW 525 vs. 1968 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1995 BMW 525 is newer by 27 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Ami. (29 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 525 weights approximately 930 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.
Because 1995 BMW 525 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 1995 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 525 | 1968 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
