2007 BMW 328 vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 18 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1989 Citroen XM has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 328 | XM |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
