2004 BMW 525 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 42 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 1036 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 2004 BMW 525 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 2004 BMW 525. 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 525 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
