1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 45 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, 2011 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 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 683 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | New Yorker | 325 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 63 L |
