1996 McLaren F1 GTR vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2004 Samsung SM5 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 McLaren F1 GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 McLaren F1 GTR would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 McLaren F1 GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (627 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 206 kg more than 1996 McLaren F1 GTR.
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, 1996 McLaren F1 GTR (715 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5. 2004 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1996 McLaren F1 GTR has manual transmission. 1996 McLaren F1 GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 McLaren F1 GTR | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | McLaren | Samsung |
Model | F1 GTR | SM5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 627 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 715 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2710 mm |