1959 BMW 507 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 507. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 507 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1959 BMW 507. (148 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 507.
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. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1959 BMW 507 has manual transmission. 1959 BMW 507 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 BMW 507 | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 507 | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2970 mm |