1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 is newer by 40 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. 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, 2006 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 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 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maybach |
| Model | New Yorker | 57 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 110 L |
