1995 Citroen XM vs. 1967 Mercury Brougham
To start off, 1995 Citroen XM is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Brougham would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Brougham (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Brougham should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM.
Because 1967 Mercury Brougham 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 1967 Mercury Brougham. 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, 1967 Mercury Brougham (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 459 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen XM | 1967 Mercury Brougham | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | XM | Brougham |
Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 627 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |