1948 Buick 40 vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Buick 40 (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. (139 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 273 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Buick 40 | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1575 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2910 mm |
