1995 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Citroen XM
To start off, both 1995 BMW 330 and 1995 Citroen XM were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 330 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 330 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1995 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 BMW 330 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 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 BMW 330 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1995 BMW 330 | 1995 Citroen XM | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 330 | XM |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |