1957 Maserati 450 vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1957 Maserati 450.
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, 1957 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Maserati 450 | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Samsung |
| Model | 450 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4476 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 487 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1320 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
