1957 BMW 600 vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 943 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 BMW 600 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 1957 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 600 | XM |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2860 mm |
