1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 173 kg more than 2013 Nissan GT-R.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Chrysler | Nissan |
| Model | New Yorker | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 74 L |
