1971 Citroen SM vs. 1993 De Tomaso Pantera
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen SM would be higher. At 5,761 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 De Tomaso Pantera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (350 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1971 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen SM weights approximately 30 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Pantera.
Because 1993 De Tomaso Pantera 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 1993 De Tomaso Pantera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Citroen SM, 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, 1993 De Tomaso Pantera (460 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 De Tomaso Pantera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen SM | 1993 De Tomaso Pantera | |
Make | Citroen | De Tomaso |
Model | SM | Pantera |
Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 5761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |