1972 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2008 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 36 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 2 more horse power than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (224 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 831 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria. (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Crown Victoria.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | 2008 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ford |
| Model | New Yorker | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 477 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2856 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
