1997 Dodge Viper vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1997 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Dodge Viper weights approximately 245 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, 1997 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Dodge Viper | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Dodge | Samsung |
Model | Viper | SM5 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 376 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 620 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |