2001 Samsung SM5 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2001 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1120 kg more than 2001 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Samsung SM5. 2013 Bentley Continental has automatic transmission and 2001 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2001 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Bentley Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Samsung SM5 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
Make | Samsung | Bentley |
Model | SM5 | Continental |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 552 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | FlexFuel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1475 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3065 mm |