1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 54 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, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M 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 165 kg more than 2005 Infiniti M.
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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M 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 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Chrysler | Infiniti |
| Model | New Yorker | M |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 79 L |
