1990 Citroen XM vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 23 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 720 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 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Citroen XM | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Citroen | BMW |
Model | XM | 6 series |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |