1970 Marcos 2 Litres vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Marcos 2 Litres would be higher. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Marcos 2 Litres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 471 kg more than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. 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, 2004 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres. (150 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Marcos 2 Litres.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Marcos 2 Litres | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Marcos | Samsung |
Model | 2 Litres | SM5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |