1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast vs. 1999 Samsung SM5

To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast would be higher. At 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 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, 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5. 1999 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast has manual transmission. 1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1966 Ferrari 500 Superfast 1999 Samsung SM5
Make Ferrari Samsung
Model 500 Superfast SM5
Year Released 1966 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4963 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 395 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 475 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 4750 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 88.1 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2710 mm


 

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