1988 BMW M6 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW M6 weights approximately 21 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 BMW M6 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 1988 BMW M6. 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, 1988 BMW M6 (334 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW M6 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M6 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
