1971 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 42 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 30 kg more than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series 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 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | New Yorker | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7204 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2968 mm |
