1972 Citroen SM vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 399 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 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty. 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 Jeep Liberty (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Citroen | Jeep |
Model | SM | Liberty |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1811 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2695 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 74 L |