2008 BMW 330 vs. 1990 Citroen XM
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 330 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 1990 Citroen XM | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 330 | XM |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
