1972 Citroen SM vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Porsche 911 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 1990 Porsche 911. 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | SM | 911 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1467 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 76 L |