1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,193 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. (112 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220. 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 (167 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5. 2001 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Samsung |
| Model | 220 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2193 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
