1973 BMW Touring vs. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 236 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Chrysler New Yorker (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 BMW Touring | 1982 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Touring | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
