1973 Citroen SM vs. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 31 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (239 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 390 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria 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 2004 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2004 Ford Crown Victoria (374 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen SM | 2004 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | SM | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 374 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 72 L |