1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW Z4 weights approximately 242 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW Z4 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 2012 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 2012 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (110 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | Xantia | Z4 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
