1999 Samsung SM5 vs. 1952 Triumph Mayflower
To start off, 1999 Samsung SM5 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Triumph Mayflower. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Triumph Mayflower would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Samsung SM5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Samsung SM5 (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Samsung SM5 should accelerate faster than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Samsung SM5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. 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, 1999 Samsung SM5 (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Triumph Mayflower. (79 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Samsung SM5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Triumph Mayflower.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Samsung SM5 | 1952 Triumph Mayflower | |
Make | Samsung | Triumph |
Model | SM5 | Mayflower |
Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 37 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 79 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2140 mm |