1997 Citroen XM vs. 1957 Rover P4
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Rover P4. (93 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1957 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Rover P4 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM.
Because 1957 Rover P4 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 1957 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1957 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1957 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 1957 Rover P4 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | XM | P4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 105 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 52 L |