1969 Ford Zephyr vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr. 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, 2001 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Zephyr | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Ford | Samsung |
| Model | Zephyr | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2710 mm |
