1972 Citroen SM vs. 1977 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1977 Lamborghini Countach is newer by 5 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (375 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 80 kg more than 1977 Lamborghini Countach.
Because 1977 Lamborghini Countach 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 1977 Lamborghini Countach. 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, 1977 Lamborghini Countach (361 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Lamborghini Countach will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 1977 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | SM | Countach |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 62 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 120 L |
