Difference between I macs

I've been saving up to get an I mac and can finally afford the $1699 one. But would it be better to wait 2 more months to get the $1999 one. What is the difference between the two. Help would be appreciated

What I'm looking to do is start a home studio with Logic. I would not be able to get logic for several months as I save in as large increments every month as I can ( which isn't all that much). I probably could wait two more months and just use my moms computer for basic use. I think I'm just antsy as my computer died about 3 weeks back ( I was never planning on using this one for the studio anyway). So it of course would add on two more months as I go down the line of things I need to save for i.e. 88 midi keyboard controller with hammer action, Logic studio, audio interface and a mic but if you feel it's worth it it's something I must strongly consider. Thanks for the help, I really appreciate it!

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