2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Coupe (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 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, 2008 Maserati Coupe (460 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Coupe | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Maserati | Samsung |
Model | Coupe | SM5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2710 mm |