1972 Citroen SM vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 27 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 125 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.

Because 1999 SsangYong Chairman H 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 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. 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 (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Citroen SM 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Citroen SsangYong
Model SM Chairman H
Year Released 1972 1999
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2669 cc 2294 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 173 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 237 Nm 213 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 88.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1575 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2910 mm


 

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