1999 BMW 740 vs. 1999 Citroen XM
To start off, both 1999 BMW 740 and 1999 Citroen XM were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 755 kg more than 1999 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW 740 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 BMW 740. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 BMW 740 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM. 1999 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 740 | 1999 Citroen XM | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | 740 | XM |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3899 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 560 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2035 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |