2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (399 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 174 kg more than 2004 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (450 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Samsung SM5. 2004 Samsung SM5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Samsung SM5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Samsung |
Model | 8C Competizione | SM5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 399 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |