1977 Avanti Avanti vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 260 kg more than 1999 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 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5. 1999 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1977 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1977 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Avanti Avanti | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Avanti | Samsung |
| Model | Avanti | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2710 mm |
