1972 Citroen SM vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 298 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 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | SM | CC |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |