1988 BMW Z1 vs. 1962 Citroen Ami
To start off, 1988 BMW Z1 is newer by 26 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW Z1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW Z1 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1962 Citroen Ami. (22 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW Z1 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen Ami. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW Z1 weights approximately 630 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 1988 BMW Z1 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 1988 BMW Z1. 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, 1988 BMW Z1 (230 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen Ami. (42 Nm). This means 1988 BMW Z1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen Ami.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW Z1 | 1962 Citroen Ami | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | Z1 | Ami |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |
