1963 BMW 700 vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 Citroen Xantia is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 510 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 BMW 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia, 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 Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 700 | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 700 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
