1974 Citroen SM vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 1980 Porsche 924 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Citroen SM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 924 (174 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Citroen SM. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen SM weights approximately 271 kg more than 1980 Porsche 924.
Because 1980 Porsche 924 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 1980 Porsche 924. 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, 1980 Porsche 924 (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen SM | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | SM | 924 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1179 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 62 L |