1962 BMW 700 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 720 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 BMW 700 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 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | XM |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
