2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1989 Maserati 430
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 202 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
Because 1989 Maserati 430 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 1989 Maserati 430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1989 Maserati 430 | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Xsara | 430 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 375 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
