1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 60 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, 2011 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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 265 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
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 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | New Yorker | 325 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5421 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |