1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 1972 Rover P5B is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 573 kg more than 1972 Rover P5B. 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 (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Chrysler | Rover |
| Model | New Yorker | P5B |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2820 mm |
