2005 Bentley Continental vs. 1972 Citroen SM
To start off, 2005 Bentley Continental is newer by 33 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bentley Continental (401 HP @ 2150 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1004 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 2005 Bentley Continental 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 2005 Bentley Continental. 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, 2005 Bentley Continental (835 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 598 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Bentley Continental | 1972 Citroen SM | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Continental | SM |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 2150 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 835 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2454 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5360 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 25 L |