1997 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Ascari A10
To start off, 2012 Ascari A10 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 510 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM.
Because 2012 Ascari A10 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 2012 Ascari A10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2012 Ascari A10 (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 2012 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Citroen | Ascari |
Model | XM | A10 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2636 mm |