2001 Alpina B3 vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2001 Alpina B3 is newer by 38 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 3,348 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B3 weights approximately 1025 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 2001 Alpina B3 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 2001 Alpina B3. 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, 2001 Alpina B3 (362 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2001 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alpina B3 | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B3 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3348 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 25 L |
