1973 Citroen SM vs. 2010 Ford F-450
To start off, 2010 Ford F-450 is newer by 37 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-450 (326 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM.
Because 2010 Ford F-450 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 2010 Ford F-450. 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, 2010 Ford F-450 (814 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen SM | 2010 Ford F-450 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | SM | F-450 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 6400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 814 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 4390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 144 L |