1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1966 Ford Zephyr
To start off, both 1966 Chrysler New Yorker and 1966 Ford Zephyr were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 237 more horse power than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (113 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 656 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1966 Ford Zephyr has manual transmission. 1966 Ford Zephyr 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:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1966 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 68 L |
