1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1957 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1957 Ford Vedette. (66 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Vedette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 895 kg more than 1957 Ford Vedette. 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Vedette. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Vedette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 1957 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2700 mm |
