1963 BMW 502 vs. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1963 BMW 502 is newer by 12 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1963 BMW 502. (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 502. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 415 kg more than 1963 BMW 502. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 502. (240 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 502.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 BMW 502 | 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 502 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
