1998 Alpina B 10 vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 1998 Alpina B 10 is newer by 1 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 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Alpina B 10 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 1998 Alpina B 10. 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, 1998 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM. 1997 Citroen XM has automatic transmission and 1998 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 1998 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Alpina B 10 | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Alpina | Citroen |
| Model | B 10 | XM |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1591 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
