1989 Citroen XM vs. 2012 BMW 650
To start off, 2012 BMW 650 is newer by 23 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 650 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 650 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 2012 BMW 650 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 2012 BMW 650. 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, 2012 BMW 650 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2012 BMW 650 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | XM | 650 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1504 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4894 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1894 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2855 mm |
