1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1955 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (200 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 205 kg more than 1955 Oldsmobile 88.
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, 1955 Oldsmobile 88 (450 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1955 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1955 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1955 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | New Yorker | 88 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 5318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 98.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3110 mm |
