1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1982 BMW 318
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 16 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 96 more horse power than 1982 BMW 318. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1982 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 1143 kg more than 1982 BMW 318. 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 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 BMW 318. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1982 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | New Yorker | 318 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 1765 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 55 L |
