1968 Cadillac Calais vs. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 200 kg more than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (423 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Cadillac Calais | 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
| Model | Calais | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7734 cc | 5421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 711 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
