1966 Bristol 409 vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Bristol 409. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Bristol 409 would be higher. At 5,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Bristol 409 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Bristol 409 (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Bristol 409 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 37 kg more than 1966 Bristol 409.
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, 1966 Bristol 409 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Bristol 409 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Bristol 409 | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
Model | 409 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5211 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 463 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |