1976 Buick Estate vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 721 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Buick Estate is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Buick Estate. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Samsung SM3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3. 1976 Buick Estate has automatic transmission and 2005 Samsung SM3 has manual transmission. 2005 Samsung SM3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Estate will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Estate | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Buick | Samsung |
| Model | Estate | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2540 mm |
