1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM5.
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 Ford Mustang (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Ford | Samsung |
Model | Mustang | SM5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4090 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |