1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 38 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (200 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred 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 583 kg more than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Because 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Five Hundred. (266 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Five Hundred.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Chrysler | Ford |
Model | New Yorker | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |