1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2004 BMW 316
To start off, 2004 BMW 316 is newer by 53 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 67 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 570 kg more than 2004 BMW 316. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2004 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | New Yorker | 316 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
