1969 Honda S800 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Honda S800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Honda S800 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1969 Honda S800. (67 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1969 Honda S800.
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. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1969 Honda S800 has manual transmission. 1969 Honda S800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Honda S800 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | S800 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 789 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 156 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2970 mm |
