1996 Bentley Azure vs. 2005 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2005 Samsung SM3 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Bentley Azure. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Bentley Azure would be higher. At 6,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bentley Azure is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bentley Azure (402 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 2005 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bentley Azure should accelerate faster than 2005 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bentley Azure weights approximately 1286 kg more than 2005 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Bentley Azure is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Bentley Azure. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Samsung SM3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Bentley Azure (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Bentley Azure will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bentley Azure | 2005 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Bentley | Samsung |
Model | Azure | SM3 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6747 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 750 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1164 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2540 mm |