2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 11 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (630 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 522 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 563 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 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 525 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | Veyron | XM |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7993 cc | 2088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 630 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
