1972 Citroen SM vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 38 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (250 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 971 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 2010 GMC Savana 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 2010 GMC Savana. 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, 2010 GMC Savana (623 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 2010 GMC Savana | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | SM | Savana |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 623 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2421 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2073 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 117 L |