1989 Citroen XM vs. 1972 Maserati Bora
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Bora (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Bora should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Maserati Bora.
Because 1972 Maserati Bora 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 1972 Maserati Bora. 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, 1972 Maserati Bora (470 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1972 Maserati Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | XM | Bora |
Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1905 cc | 4719 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 470 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1100 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |