1973 Citroen SM vs. 1991 Lamborghini LM002
To start off, 1991 Lamborghini LM002 is newer by 18 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 5,167 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Lamborghini LM002 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lamborghini LM002 (414 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM002 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lamborghini LM002 weights approximately 1659 kg more than 1973 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Lamborghini LM002 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Lamborghini LM002 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, 1991 Lamborghini LM002 (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Lamborghini LM002 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 1991 Lamborghini LM002 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lamborghini |
| Model | SM | LM002 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 5167 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 3109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 169 L |
