1974 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 306 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Bitter Diplomat 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 1974 Bitter Diplomat. 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, 1974 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Bitter Diplomat | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | Diplomat | XM |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
