1972 Citroen SM vs. 2004 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2004 Mazda B3000 is newer by 32 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen SM (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B3000. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2004 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | SM | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 74 L |
