1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 40 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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 591 kg more than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2085 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3505 mm |
