1989 Citroen XM vs. 1957 Riley 2.6
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley 2.6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley 2.6 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1957 Riley 2.6. (101 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1957 Riley 2.6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley 2.6 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1957 Riley 2.6 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 1957 Riley 2.6. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Riley 2.6. (194 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Riley 2.6.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1957 Riley 2.6 | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | XM | 2.6 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 194 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88.9 mm |
Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2890 mm |