1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 62 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (298 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 405 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chrysler | GMC |
| Model | New Yorker | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 98 L |
