1993 Porsche 928 vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Porsche 928 weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 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, 1993 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Porsche 928 | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Porsche | Samsung |
Model | 928 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4662 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |