2009 BMW M6 vs. 1996 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 155 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2009 BMW M6 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 BMW M6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia, 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 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M6 | 1996 Citroen Xantia | |
Make | BMW | Citroen |
Model | M6 | Xantia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |