1980 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (214 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 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, 1980 Ferrari Mondial (243 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5. 2001 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1980 Ferrari Mondial has manual transmission. 1980 Ferrari Mondial will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ferrari Mondial | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Samsung |
| Model | Mondial | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 214 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |
