1989 Citroen XM vs. 2011 BMW 328
To start off, 2011 BMW 328 is newer by 22 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 328 weights approximately 315 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 2011 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 328 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2011 BMW 328 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | XM | 328 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2761 mm |
