2001 BMW 740 vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 740 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 740 (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 740 should accelerate faster than 2009 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:
| 2001 BMW 740 | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | BMW | SsangYong |
| Model | 740 | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3270 mm |
