1966 Chevrolet Caprice 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 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 6,476 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice. (275 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1966 Chevrolet Caprice.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Caprice | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6476 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2970 mm |
