1990 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2007 Ferrari 612 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ferrari 612 (533 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 562 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ferrari 612 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 2007 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 2007 Ferrari 612 (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Citroen XM | 2007 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | XM | 612 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 533 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
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 | 1842 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 108 L |