1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2011 BMW 530
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 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 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2011 BMW 530. (271 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 246 kg more than 2011 BMW 530. 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 (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 530. (310 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2011 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | New Yorker | 530 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 70 L |
