1996 BMW M3 vs. 1993 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1996 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW M3 (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW M3 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 BMW M3 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 1996 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1996 BMW M3 (320 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm). This means 1996 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW M3 | 1993 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | M3 | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1234 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
