1964 Ford Taunus vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1964 Ford Taunus. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Taunus.
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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Taunus. (148 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Taunus | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Taunus | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2970 mm |
