2009 Porsche 911 vs. 1998 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 11 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1998 Samsung SM5. (133 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 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.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Samsung SM5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Samsung SM5. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Porsche 911 | 1998 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Porsche | Samsung |
| Model | 911 | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3596 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1320 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
