2008 BMW 650 vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2008 BMW 650 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 650 weights approximately 1234 kg more than 1963 Citroen Ami. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW 650. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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 650 (488 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 650 | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 650 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 600 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 | 488 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1854 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 25 L |
