1957 Chrysler Imperial vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (169 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 940 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1957 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Chrysler Imperial | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Imperial | XM |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2860 mm |
