1996 Citroen XM vs. 1969 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Maserati Indy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Maserati Indy would be higher. At 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Maserati Indy weights approximately 220 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Maserati Indy 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 1969 Maserati Indy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1969 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1969 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | XM | Indy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1280 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
