1990 BMW 520 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1990 BMW 520 is newer by 1 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1990 BMW 520. (145 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1990 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW 520 weights approximately 228 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 1990 BMW 520 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 1990 BMW 520. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 BMW 520. (186 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW 520 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 520 | XM |
Year Released | 1990 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |