1991 Bugatti EB 110 vs. 1973 Citroen SM
To start off, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is newer by 18 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 3,496 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (600 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1973 Citroen SM. (171 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen SM weights approximately 110 kg more than 1991 Bugatti EB 110.
Because 1991 Bugatti EB 110 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 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, 1991 Bugatti EB 110 (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Bugatti EB 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Bugatti EB 110 | 1973 Citroen SM | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 110 | SM |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2670 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 56.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2960 mm |
