1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 999 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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 276 kg more than 2011 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 1080 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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 | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Chrysler | Bugatti |
| Model | New Yorker | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 415 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2710 mm |
