1974 Citroen SM vs. 2010 BMW 335
To start off, 2010 BMW 335 is newer by 36 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Citroen SM. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 335 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1974 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 335 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 2010 BMW 335. 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, 2010 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 2010 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | SM | 335 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4587 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 61 L |
