2005 BMW M3 vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,244 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M3 (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW M3 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2011 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, 2005 BMW M3 (337 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm). This means 2005 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Chairman H.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW M3 2011 SsangYong Chairman H
Make BMW SsangYong
Model M3 Chairman H
Year Released 2005 2011
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3244 cc 2787 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 198 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 337 Nm 272 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1690 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2910 mm


 

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