1968 BMW 1600 vs. 1987 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 BMW 1600. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 432 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 1600 | 1987 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1600 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2660 mm |
