1983 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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, 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo (305 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Maserati Bi Turbo | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Samsung |
| Model | Bi Turbo | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2000 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
