1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2000 Samsung SM5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. (113 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Samsung SM5.
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, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 (185 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Samsung |
Model | 300 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |