1954 Buick 40 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1954 Buick 40 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 1954 Buick 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | 40 | XM |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2860 mm |
