1989 Citroen XM vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,721 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Brougham weights approximately 50 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 1967 Mercury Brougham 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 1967 Mercury Brougham. 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | XM | Brougham |
Year Released | 1989 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3130 mm |