1999 BMW M28i vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1999 BMW M28i is newer by 37 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW M28i is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M28i (250 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M28i should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M28i weights approximately 1080 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 1999 BMW M28i 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 1999 BMW M28i. 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, 1999 BMW M28i (355 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M28i will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M28i | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M28i | Ami |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
