1994 BMW 854 vs. 2012 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2012 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2012 SsangYong Chairman W.
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 854 | 2012 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 854 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3270 mm |
