1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1973 Citroen SM
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen SM would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 775 kg more than 1973 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1973 Citroen SM | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | Lagonda | SM |
Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2960 mm |