1960 Cadillac Brougham vs. 2000 Samsung SM5

To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Cadillac Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Cadillac Brougham would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (210 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Cadillac Brougham should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 975 kg more than 2000 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, 1960 Cadillac Brougham (591 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm). This means 1960 Cadillac Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Cadillac Brougham 2000 Samsung SM5
Make Cadillac Samsung
Model Brougham SM5
Year Released 1960 2000
Body Type Sedan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6390 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 210 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 591 Nm 162 Nm
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 98.4 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2295 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5730 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2710 mm


 

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