1973 Citroen SM vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen SM would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen SM (180 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Because 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (233 Nm). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight 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. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SM | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.9 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3230 mm |
