1965 Pontiac Catalina vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Pontiac Catalina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Pontiac Catalina would be higher. At 6,891 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Pontiac Catalina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Pontiac Catalina should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Pontiac Catalina weights approximately 565 kg more than 2002 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, 1965 Pontiac Catalina (625 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1965 Pontiac Catalina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5. 1965 Pontiac Catalina has automatic transmission and 2002 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2002 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Pontiac Catalina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Pontiac Catalina | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Samsung |
| Model | Catalina | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6891 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 625 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
