1991 Citroen XM vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1991 Citroen XM is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (150 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota 2000GT should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Citroen XM weights approximately 155 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Because 1968 Toyota 2000GT 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 1968 Toyota 2000GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1968 Toyota 2000GT (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota 2000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | XM | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
