1994 BMW 316 vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, both 1994 BMW 316 and 1994 Citroen XM were released in the same year (1994). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1994 BMW 316. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 333 kg more than 1994 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 BMW 316 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 1994 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 316 | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 316 | XM |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 80 L |
