2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1999 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Samsung SM5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Samsung SM5 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1999 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1999 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 925 kg more than 1999 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Samsung SM5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 1999 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Samsung |
| Model | S | SM5 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 829 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2245 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2710 mm |
