1993 BMW 840 vs. 1995 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1995 Citroen Xantia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW 840 (283 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 BMW 840 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 BMW 840 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 1993 BMW 840. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1993 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1993 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 840 | 1995 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 840 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
