1998 BMW 728 vs. 2001 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2001 Samsung SM5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 728. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 728 would be higher. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 728 (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 728 weights approximately 485 kg more than 2001 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, 1998 BMW 728 (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 728 | 2001 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | BMW | Samsung |
Model | 728 | SM5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2710 mm |