1974 Toyota Century vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Century (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 445 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, 1974 Toyota Century (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Toyota Century | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Toyota | Samsung |
Model | Century | SM5 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3376 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2710 mm |