1972 Citroen SM vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1972 Citroen SM and 1972 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 180 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Citroen SM (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (183 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 1972 Citroen DS | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | SM | DS |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2347 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1272 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 65 L |