1999 BMW 323 vs. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 323 would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1999 BMW 323. (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 173 kg more than 1999 BMW 323. 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, 2001 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 323. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 323 | 2001 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | BMW | SsangYong |
Model | 323 | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |