2007 BMW 320 vs. 1969 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 320 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Ami. (35 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 320 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1969 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 320 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 2007 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 2007 BMW 320 (331 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1969 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
