1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 19 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 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (185 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 120 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | New Yorker | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5421 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3010 mm |