1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 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 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM5.
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 Mercedes-Benz 220 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5. 2003 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Samsung |
| Model | 220 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
