2009 Alpina B7 vs. 1963 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2009 Alpina B7 is newer by 46 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 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Alpina B7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina B7 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1963 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina B7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina B7 weights approximately 1370 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 2009 Alpina B7 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 2009 Alpina B7. 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, 2009 Alpina B7 (700 Nm) has 658 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 2009 Alpina B7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina B7 | 1963 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B7 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 25 L |
