1999 BMW LMR vs. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 1999 BMW LMR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR.
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 LMR (355 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm). This means 1999 BMW LMR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW LMR | 1998 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | LMR | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
