1972 Citroen SM vs. 2005 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 33 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 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (193 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 158 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 2005 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar X-Type will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Jaguar X-Type (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2005 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | SM | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 62 L |
