1999 SsangYong Chairman H vs. 2008 BMW 645
To start off, 2008 BMW 645 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Chairman H would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1999 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, 2008 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H. (213 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Chairman H.
Compare all specifications:
1999 SsangYong Chairman H | 2008 BMW 645 | |
Make | SsangYong | BMW |
Model | Chairman H | 645 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |