1994 BMW M3 vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW M3 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2002 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, 1994 BMW M3 (320 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW M3 | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | BMW | Samsung |
Model | M3 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2990 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2710 mm |