1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Samsung |
Model | DB3 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 243 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2710 mm |