1969 BMW 2800 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 BMW 2800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 BMW 2800 would be higher. At 2,786 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 BMW 2800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 BMW 2800 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 BMW 2800 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 BMW 2800 weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 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 1969 BMW 2800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1969 BMW 2800 (236 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 BMW 2800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 BMW 2800 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 2800 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1334 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
