1959 Ferrari 256 F1 vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 256 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 (291 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 256 F1.
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. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 256 F1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1959 Ferrari 256 F1 | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ferrari | SsangYong |
Model | 256 F1 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2474 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |