2009 BMW 320 vs. 1961 Citroen Ami
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Citroen Ami. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Citroen Ami would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 320 (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1961 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Because 2009 BMW 320 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 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1961 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 BMW 320 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Citroen Ami. (43 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 1961 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 320 | Ami |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 43 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 113 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 25 L |
