1973 Citroen SM vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 39 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (272 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 171 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.
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, 2012 Mazda 6 (364 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen SM | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | SM | 6 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 272 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 70 L |