1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1993 De Tomaso Bigua
To start off, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua (283 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 970 kg more than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua. (403 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 De Tomaso Bigua.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 1993 De Tomaso Bigua | |
| Make | Chrysler | De Tomaso |
| Model | New Yorker | Bigua |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2620 mm |
