1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 677 kg more than 1972 Ford GT 40.
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, 2008 SsangYong Chairman H (318 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford GT 40. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford GT 40 has manual transmission. 1972 Ford GT 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford GT 40 | 2008 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | GT 40 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 209 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 318 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 95.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1637 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2910 mm |