1979 Ford LTD vs. 2003 Samsung SM5

To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 470 kg more than 2003 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, 1979 Ford LTD (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5. 1979 Ford LTD has automatic transmission and 2003 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2003 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford LTD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Ford LTD 2003 Samsung SM5
Make Ford Samsung
Model LTD SM5
Year Released 1979 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5763 cc 1838 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 297 HP 122 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 162 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1790 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 5370 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1970 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2710 mm


 

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