1989 Citroen XM vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 21 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 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 715 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 2010 BMW M6 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 2010 BMW M6. 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, 2010 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | XM | M6 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
