1962 Bristol 407 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Bristol 407. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Bristol 407 would be higher. At 5,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Bristol 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Bristol 407. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1962 Bristol 407.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Bristol 407 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 407 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5129 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2970 mm |
