1998 BMW M vs. 2003 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW M would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW M (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW M weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 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 M (340 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM5. 2003 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW M has manual transmission. 1998 BMW M will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW M | 2003 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | BMW | Samsung |
| Model | M | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
