1971 BMW Touring vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1971 BMW Touring is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1971 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1971 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 926 kg more than 1971 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Touring | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
