1995 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1995 BMW M3 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 2,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M3 (282 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW M3 weights approximately 740 kg more than 1971 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW M3 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 M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1995 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M3 | 1971 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 27 L |
