1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA is newer by 61 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, 2012 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 372 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA 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 425 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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, 2012 Lexus LFA (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LFA 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 | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lexus |
| Model | New Yorker | LFA |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 73 L |
