1996 BMW 332 vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1996 BMW 332 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 332 (323 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 332 weights approximately 940 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW 332 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 1996 BMW 332. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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, 1996 BMW 332 (350 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 332 | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 332 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2380 mm |
