1989 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 705 kg more than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1995 Donkervoort S8 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 1995 Donkervoort S8. 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 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Donkervoort S8. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Donkervoort S8.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
Model | XM | S8 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1110 mm |