1968 Toyota Century vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Century would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Century.
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:
| 1968 Toyota Century | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Toyota | SsangYong |
| Model | Century | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2981 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 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 | 4990 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 3270 mm |
