1942 Cadillac 60 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 69 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Cadillac 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Cadillac 60 would be higher. At 5,671 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Cadillac 60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1942 Cadillac 60. (148 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1942 Cadillac 60.
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. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1942 Cadillac 60 has manual transmission. 1942 Cadillac 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Cadillac 60 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | 60 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5671 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5450 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2970 mm |
