1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,746 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2000 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 Mercedes-Benz 280 (238 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Samsung |
Model | 280 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 238 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |