1989 Citroen XM vs. 1989 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, both 1989 Citroen XM and 1989 De Tomaso Pantera were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP) has 235 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1989 De Tomaso Pantera 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 1989 De Tomaso Pantera. 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 De Tomaso Pantera (452 Nm) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 1989 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1989 De Tomaso Pantera | |
| Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
| Model | XM | Pantera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 350 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
