1974 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 259 kg more than 1998 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, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Samsung |
| Model | Longchamp | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
