2007 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Citroen XM
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1992 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1992 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 1992 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | XM |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
