1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1979 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1979 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 13 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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 578 kg more than 1979 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1979 Pontiac Firebird (459 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1979 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | New Yorker | Firebird |
Year Released | 1966 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2750 mm |