1957 BMW 600 vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 BMW 600 would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1957 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1957 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1406 kg more than 1957 BMW 600. 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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 613 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 BMW 600. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1957 BMW 600 has manual transmission. 1957 BMW 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 BMW 600 | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 600 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 583 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 3160 mm |
