1973 Citroen SM vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 38 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 58 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 100 kg more than 1973 Citroen SM.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen SM | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | SM | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2788 mm |
