1970 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 40 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 12 more horse power than 2010 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker.
Because 2010 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | New Yorker | X5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2934 mm |
