1960 BMW 502 vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 BMW 502. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 BMW 502 would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1960 BMW 502. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1960 BMW 502.
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 1960 BMW 502 has manual transmission. 1960 BMW 502 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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1960 BMW 502 | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 502 | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2970 mm |