1989 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 551 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 Lincoln Town Car 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 2011 Lincoln Town Car. 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, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | XM | Town Car |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1971 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5471 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1499 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2990 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |