1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1998 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 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 489 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 has automatic transmission and 1998 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 1998 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Monteverdi | Samsung |
Model | High Speed 375 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 651 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2710 mm |