1973 Citroen SM vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 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 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen SM (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 158 kg more than 1973 Citroen SM.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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, 1973 Citroen SM (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1973 Citroen SM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | SM | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
