1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1990 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 39 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker.
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, 1990 Pontiac Firebird (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Pontiac Firebird 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 | 1990 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | New Yorker | Firebird |
Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5421 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 76 L |