1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry 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 399 kg more than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Because 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Camry. (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Camry |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 223 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2730 mm |
