1992 BMW 332 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1992 BMW 332 is newer by 3 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 332 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 60 kg more than 1992 BMW 332.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 BMW 332 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 332 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 332 | XM |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
