1982 BMW 318 vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 555 kg more than 1982 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1982 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 1982 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 318 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |
