1999 BMW 740 vs. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 740 (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1997 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, 1999 BMW 740 (419 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm). This means 1999 BMW 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Chairman H. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 740 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 740 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1997 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 740 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2910 mm |
