1961 BMW 501 vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 BMW 501 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP) has 39 more horse power than 1961 BMW 501. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1961 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 230 kg more than 1961 BMW 501. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 BMW 501. (182 Nm). This means 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 BMW 501 | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 501 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2910 mm |
