1998 BMW 325 vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 35 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 766 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 1998 BMW 325 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 1998 BMW 325. 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, 1998 BMW 325 (245 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 325 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 25 L |
