2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 45 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 1230 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Convertible | Ami |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
