1973 Bristol 411 vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Bristol 411. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Bristol 411 would be higher. At 6,556 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bristol 411 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bristol 411 (264 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bristol 411 should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bristol 411 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2002 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, 1973 Bristol 411 (455 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Bristol 411 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Bristol 411 | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Bristol | Samsung |
Model | 411 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6556 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.7 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1712 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |