1974 Citroen SM vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 39 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1974 Citroen SM. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen SM weights approximately 130 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen SM | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | SM | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2475 mm |
