1989 Maserati 430 vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati 430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati 430 would be higher. At 2,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Maserati 430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati 430 (247 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati 430 should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1989 Maserati 430.
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, 1989 Maserati 430 (375 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Maserati 430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati 430 | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Samsung |
| Model | 430 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2789 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 375 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
