1979 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1974 Citroen SM
To start off, 1979 Bitter Diplomat is newer by 5 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Bitter Diplomat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (227 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1974 Citroen SM. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter Diplomat should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter Diplomat weights approximately 236 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 1979 Bitter Diplomat 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 Bitter Diplomat. 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, 1979 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter Diplomat | 1974 Citroen SM | |
Make | Bitter | Citroen |
Model | Diplomat | SM |
Year Released | 1979 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 2670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 419 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |