2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 20 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (530 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands 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 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (1,050 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 873 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Brooklands | XM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 530 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1050 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2860 mm |
