1971 Citroen SM vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora is newer by 40 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1971 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen SM weights approximately 68 kg more than 2011 Lotus Evora.
Because 2011 Lotus Evora 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 2011 Lotus Evora. 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen SM | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Citroen | Lotus |
| Model | SM | Evora |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 59 L |
