1972 Citroen SM vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 39 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1057 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 2011 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 2011 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | SM | Savana |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2507 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 117 L |
