1974 Citroen SM vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1974 Citroen SM. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1548 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 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | SM | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 115 L |
