1994 BMW 840 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 840 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2012 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 840 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 275 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1575 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 |
