1974 Citroen SM vs. 2009 Land Rover LR3
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 35 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 Citroen SM. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen SM.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen SM | 2009 Land Rover LR3 | |
Make | Citroen | Land Rover |
Model | SM | LR3 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2670 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |