2000 Samsung SM5 vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 120 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2000 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, 2010 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Samsung SM5 | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Samsung | BMW |
Model | SM5 | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |