1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406. 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Bristol | Samsung |
Model | 406 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |