1973 Citroen SM vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1973 Citroen SM is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (180 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire 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 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (233 Nm). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire has automatic transmission and 1973 Citroen SM has manual transmission. 1973 Citroen SM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SM | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
