1972 Ford Torino vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Ford Torino. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 330 kg more than 1998 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 Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5. 1998 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Torino has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Torino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Torino | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Ford | Samsung |
Model | Torino | SM5 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 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 |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |