1992 BMW 850 vs. 1990 Citroen XM
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 2 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 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 850 weights approximately 585 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 1992 BMW 850 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 850. 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, 1992 BMW 850 (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1990 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 850 | XM |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5576 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
