2000 Bentley Continental vs. 2003 Samsung SM3
To start off, 2003 Samsung SM3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Bentley Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Bentley Continental would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bentley Continental (380 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2003 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2003 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1260 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 2000 Bentley Continental 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 2000 Bentley Continental. 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, 2000 Bentley Continental (717 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 582 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Samsung SM3.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Bentley Continental | 2003 Samsung SM3 | |
Make | Bentley | Samsung |
Model | Continental | SM3 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6750 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 717 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2420 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2540 mm |