1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2007 Pagani Zonda is newer by 18 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 84 kg more than 2007 Pagani Zonda.
Because 2007 Pagani Zonda 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 2007 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2007 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Pagani Zonda | |
Make | Citroen | Pagani |
Model | XM | Zonda |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 7300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 547 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 759 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 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 | 1314 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2055 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1141 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |