1971 Citroen SM vs. 1997 McLaren F1
To start off, 1997 McLaren F1 is newer by 26 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 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1971 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen SM weights approximately 280 kg more than 1997 McLaren F1.
Because 1997 McLaren F1 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 1997 McLaren F1. 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, 1997 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen SM | 1997 McLaren F1 | |
Make | Citroen | McLaren |
Model | SM | F1 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 6063 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |