1994 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Ferrari 512 M
To start off, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1995 Ferrari 512 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (435 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari 512 M should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 2 kg more than 1995 Ferrari 512 M.
Because 1995 Ferrari 512 M 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 1995 Ferrari 512 M. 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, 1995 Ferrari 512 M (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ferrari 512 M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 1995 Ferrari 512 M | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | XM | 512 M |
Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 4942 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 435 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |