2005 Ferrari 612 vs. 2004 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 2004 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2004 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 514 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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 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 Ferrari 612 has manual transmission. 2005 Ferrari 612 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ferrari 612 | 2004 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Samsung |
| Model | 612 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5748 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 541 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 589 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2710 mm |
