1972 Citroen SM vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, both 1972 Citroen SM and 1972 Mercury Comet were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (180 HP) has 99 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Because 1972 Mercury Comet 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 1972 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Citroen SM (231 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | SM | Comet |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2668 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 81 HP |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
