1951 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 581 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | New Yorker | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5421 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3190 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 100 L |
