1962 Ford Zephyr vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Zephyr. (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Ford Zephyr | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Zephyr | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 144 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2970 mm |