1996 Citroen XM vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 158 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911.
Because 1980 Porsche 911 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 1980 Porsche 911. 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | XM | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 70.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |