1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 50 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Corvette 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 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | XM |
Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |