1983 BMW 525 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,691 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H (139 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 75 kg more than 1983 BMW 525. 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, 1983 BMW 525 (240 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
1983 BMW 525 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 525 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2691 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |