1959 BMW 600 vs. 1996 Citroen XM
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 730 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 BMW 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1996 Citroen XM | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 600 | XM |
Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2760 mm |