1979 Maserati Bora vs. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Maserati Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Maserati Bora would be higher. At 4,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Maserati Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 197 kg more than 1979 Maserati Bora.
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. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1979 Maserati Bora has manual transmission. 1979 Maserati Bora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Maserati Bora | 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
| Model | Bora | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4897 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 209 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |
