1974 Citroen SM vs. 1974 Rover 3.5
To start off, both 1974 Citroen SM and 1974 Rover 3.5 were released in the same year (1974). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen SM (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Rover 3.5. (149 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen SM should accelerate faster than 1974 Rover 3.5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Rover 3.5 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1974 Citroen SM.
Because 1974 Rover 3.5 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 1974 Rover 3.5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen SM | 1974 Rover 3.5 | |
Make | Citroen | Rover |
Model | SM | 3.5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 3532 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2820 mm |