1972 Citroen SM vs. 2009 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Ford F-150 is newer by 37 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-150 (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 484 kg more than 2009 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 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, 2009 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2009 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | SM | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 98 L |
