1995 Citroen XM vs. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1995 Citroen XM is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lamborghini Urraco would be higher. At 2,461 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 86 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 1973 Lamborghini Urraco 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 1973 Lamborghini Urraco. 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, 1973 Lamborghini Urraco (210 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1973 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen XM | 1973 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | XM | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2460 mm |
