2008 Maserati Coupe vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2008 Maserati Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 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 278 more horse power than 2000 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 2000 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 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 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Maserati Coupe | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
Make | Maserati | Samsung |
Model | Coupe | SM5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
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 | 400 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86 mm |
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 | 1320 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 |