1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 would be higher. At 3,839 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (205 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 295 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 (315 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercedes-Benz 380 | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Samsung |
| Model | 380 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3839 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
