1972 Dodge Charger vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Charger (256 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Charger weights approximately 390 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, 1972 Dodge Charger (470 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Dodge Charger | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Dodge | Samsung |
Model | Charger | SM5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.2 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |