1999 BMW V12 vs. 1999 Citroen Xantia

To start off, both 1999 BMW V12 and 1999 Citroen Xantia were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,990 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW V12 (550 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW V12 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW V12 weights approximately 294 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 BMW V12 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 V12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia, 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 V12 (909 Nm) has 709 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (200 Nm). This means 1999 BMW V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.

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