1949 Porsche 356 vs. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1949 Porsche 356. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1949 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 798 kg more than 1949 Porsche 356. 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. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1949 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1949 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Porsche 356 | 2002 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 356 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1131 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2910 mm |
