1972 Citroen SM vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1111 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 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen SM | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | SM | Tundra |
Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2669 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2561 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 100 L |