1959 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1959 Rover P5
To start off, both 1959 Chrysler New Yorker and 1959 Rover P5 were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 393 kg more than 1959 Rover P5.
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. 1959 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1959 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1959 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1959 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler New Yorker | 1959 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | New Yorker | P5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 106 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1977 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2820 mm |
