1979 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Citroen SM
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 133 kg more than 1972 Citroen SM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Camaro 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 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 Chevrolet Camaro (358 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Citroen SM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Camaro | SM |
Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 358 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1452 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2950 mm |