1979 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Citroen SM
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen SM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen SM would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen SM weights approximately 94 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC.
Because 1979 Bitter SC 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 SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Bitter SC | 1972 Citroen SM | |
Make | Bitter | Citroen |
Model | SC | SM |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |