2007 BMW 650 vs. 1970 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2007 BMW 650 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Ami. (33 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 650 weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1970 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 650 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 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 650 | 1970 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 650 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 27 L |
