1983 Bitter SC vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Bitter SC. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Bitter SC would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bitter SC (178 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bitter SC weights approximately 107 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 Bitter SC 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 1983 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1983 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1983 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bitter SC | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Bitter | Citroen |
| Model | SC | XM |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |
