2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1972 Citroen SM
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 34 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 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1972 Citroen SM. (173 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen SM.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen SM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen SM. (237 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen SM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1972 Citroen SM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Silverado | SM |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2669 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2960 mm |
