1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (260 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 527 kg more than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. 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, 2011 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana 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 | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chrysler | GMC |
Model | New Yorker | Savana |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5421 cc | 6600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 711 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2432 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 2070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 117 L |