1992 BMW 518 vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 518. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 518 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1992 BMW 518. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 518. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 470 kg more than 1992 BMW 518. 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, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 518. (165 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 518. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 518 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 518 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 518 | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 518 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1766 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1160 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |