1949 Bristol 450 vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 450. (154 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 450. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 900 kg more than 1949 Bristol 450. 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:
| 1949 Bristol 450 | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 450 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2910 mm |
