1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 75 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, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Holden | Samsung |
Model | Monaro | SM5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |