2008 BMW 550 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 46 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 1110 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 2008 BMW 550 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 2008 BMW 550. 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, 2008 BMW 550 (489 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 550 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 241 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 | 1730 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
