1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1967 Opel Record
To start off, 1967 Opel Record is newer by 16 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 Opel Record. (73 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1967 Opel Record. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 827 kg more than 1967 Opel Record. 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Opel Record. (223 Nm). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Opel Record.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1967 Opel Record | |
| Make | Chrysler | Opel |
| Model | New Yorker | Record |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 2118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 73 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2670 mm |
