1972 Citroen SM vs. 2000 Ferrari 550
To start off, 2000 Ferrari 550 is newer by 28 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 238 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 2000 Ferrari 550 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 2000 Ferrari 550. 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, 2000 Ferrari 550 (597 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (235 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2000 Ferrari 550 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | SM | 550 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 597 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.9 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 | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2590 mm |
