1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 39 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | New Yorker | 525 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2840 mm |
