1968 Holden Brougham vs. 2003 Samsung SM5

To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Holden Brougham. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Holden Brougham would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Holden Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Holden Brougham (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Holden Brougham should accelerate faster 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, 1968 Holden Brougham (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1968 Holden Brougham will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Holden Brougham 2003 Samsung SM5
Make Holden Samsung
Model Brougham SM5
Year Released 1968 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5025 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 4890 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2710 mm


 

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