1972 Citroen SM vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 41 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1047 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 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen SM | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | SM | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 397 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1927 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 98 L |
