2006 BMW MM Roadster vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2006 BMW MM Roadster is newer by 17 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 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW MM Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW MM Roadster should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW MM Roadster (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW MM Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW MM Roadster | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | MM Roadster | XM |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
