1971 Citroen SM vs. 1996 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1996 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 25 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 320 more horse power than 1971 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 195 kg more than 1971 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Ferrari Maranello 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 1996 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 1996 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen SM | 1996 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | SM | Maranello |
Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
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 | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 114 L |