1965 Ford Corsair vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1965 Ford Corsair. (97 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Corsair.
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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1965 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1965 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Corsair | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Corsair | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 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 | 4490 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3270 mm |
