1974 Citroen SM vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 38 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1974 Citroen SM. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 438 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 2012 Infiniti FX 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 2012 Infiniti FX. 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | SM | FX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2670 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 90 L |
