1957 Berkeley Sports vs. 1973 Citroen SM
To start off, 1973 Citroen SM is newer by 16 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 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen SM (180 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (15 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1957 Berkeley Sports.
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, 1973 Citroen SM (233 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Berkeley Sports. (49 Nm). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Citroen SM | |
| Make | Berkeley | Citroen |
| Model | Sports | SM |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 322 cc | 2670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 15 HP | 180 HP |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1780 mm | 2960 mm |
