1955 Oldsmobile 88 vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,318 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM5. 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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Oldsmobile 88 | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Samsung |
Model | 88 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5318 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2710 mm |