1957 Ferrari 255 S vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 255 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 255 S would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. (208 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 787 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 255 S. 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. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1957 Ferrari 255 S has manual transmission. 1957 Ferrari 255 S will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 255 S | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
| Model | 255 S | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2715 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 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 | 850 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |
