1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1998 Samsung SM5

To start off, 1998 Samsung SM5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 545 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 561 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5. 1998 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 1998 Samsung SM5
Make Aston Martin Samsung
Model V8 Vantage SM5
Year Released 1977 1998
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5340 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 549 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 745 Nm 184 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1990 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 4590 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1840 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2620 mm 2710 mm


 

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