1972 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1996 BMW 735
To start off, 1996 BMW 735 is newer by 24 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, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 BMW 735.
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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | 1996 BMW 735 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | New Yorker | 735 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
