1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (133 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Samsung SM5 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 1998 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1953 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1953 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 AC 2-Litre | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | AC | Samsung |
Model | 2-Litre | SM5 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2710 mm |