1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Samsung SM5

To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Falcon (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Falcon weights approximately 40 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, 1970 Ford Falcon (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford Falcon 1999 Samsung SM5
Make Ford Samsung
Model Falcon SM5
Year Released 1970 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4093 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 155 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 326 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.5 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2710 mm


 

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