1998 Honda S2000 vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S2000 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S2000 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S2000 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 1998 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda S2000 | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
| Make | Honda | Samsung |
| Model | S2000 | SM3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2540 mm |
