1972 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (225 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 905 kg more than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 TVR Speed Eight. (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 TVR Speed Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Chrysler | TVR |
| Model | New Yorker | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 61 L |
