1968 BMW 2800 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 194 kg more than 1968 BMW 2800.
Because 1968 BMW 2800 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 1968 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1968 BMW 2800 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2800 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 2800 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
