1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1972 Citroen SM
To start off, 1972 Citroen SM is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Berkeley Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Berkeley Sports would be higher. At 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 1168 kg more than 1957 Berkeley Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Berkeley Sports | 1972 Citroen SM | |
Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
Model | Sports | SM |
Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 322 cc | 2669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 15 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 282 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 15 L | 25 L |