1972 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2007 BMW 535
To start off, 2007 BMW 535 is newer by 35 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, 2007 BMW 535 (268 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 535 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 290 kg more than 2007 BMW 535.
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 BMW 535 (560 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | 2007 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | New Yorker | 535 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
