1965 Porsche 904 vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Porsche 904. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Porsche 904 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H (209 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Porsche 904. (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1965 Porsche 904. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 938 kg more than 1965 Porsche 904. 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. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1965 Porsche 904 has manual transmission. 1965 Porsche 904 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Porsche 904 | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 904 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1966 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 699 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1080 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2910 mm |
