1992 BMW 540 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 BMW 540 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 1992 BMW 540. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1999 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 540 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
