1972 AC 428 vs. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 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 196 kg more than 1972 AC 428.
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, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1972 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1972 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 AC 428 | 1999 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | AC | SsangYong |
Model | 428 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 639 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2910 mm |