1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2007 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2007 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 670 kg more than 2007 Ascari KZ1.
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, 2007 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 2007 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ascari |
| Model | New Yorker | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2636 mm |
