1966 BMW 1600 vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 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 1966 BMW 1600. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1966 BMW 1600.
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 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 BMW 1600. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 BMW 1600. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1966 BMW 1600 has manual transmission. 1966 BMW 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1966 BMW 1600 | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 1600 | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1574 cc | 3598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2970 mm |