1957 BMW 503 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 503 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1957 BMW 503. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 503.
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.
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1957 BMW 503 | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 503 | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |