2008 Maserati V8 GranSport vs. 2000 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport 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 V8 GranSport is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport weights approximately 360 kg more than 2000 Samsung SM5.
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 V8 GranSport (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Samsung SM5. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport has automatic transmission and 2000 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2000 Samsung SM5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati V8 GranSport | 2000 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Maserati | Samsung |
| Model | V8 GranSport | 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 | 0 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
