1991 Alpina B vs. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpina B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpina B would be higher. At 5,646 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Alpina B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Alpina B (410 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Alpina B should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpina B weights approximately 236 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 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, 1991 Alpina B (570 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1991 Alpina B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Chairman H. 2005 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1991 Alpina B has manual transmission. 1991 Alpina B 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:
| 1991 Alpina B | 2005 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Alpina | SsangYong |
| Model | B | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5646 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2910 mm |
