2004 Ferrari F430 vs. 2004 Samsung SM3

To start off, both 2004 Ferrari F430 and 2004 Samsung SM3 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,307 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari F430 (483 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 389 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM3. (94 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Samsung SM3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Ferrari F430 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 2004 Ferrari F430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Ferrari F430 (474 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM3. (135 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM3.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Ferrari F430 2004 Samsung SM3
Make Ferrari Samsung
Model F430 SM3
Year Released 2004 2004
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 4307 cc 1497 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 483 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 8500 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 474 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 5250 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1425 kg 1160 kg
Vehicle Length 4520 mm 4520 mm
Vehicle Width 1930 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2540 mm


 

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