1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2012 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 46 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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country (283 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country 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 53 kg more than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
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, 2012 Chrysler Town & Country, 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 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 2012 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chrysler | Chrysler |
Model | New Yorker | Town & Country |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 2110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 5151 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1999 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 76 L |