1999 Alpina B 10 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1999 Alpina B 10 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alpina B 10 (343 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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 1999 Alpina B 10. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1999 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Alpina B 10 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
Make | Alpina | Citroen |
Model | B 10 | XM |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 343 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |