1972 Citroen SM vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 1975 Porsche 930 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 310 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 1975 Porsche 930. 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, 1975 Porsche 930 (351 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | SM | 930 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
