1974 BMW Touring vs. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1974 BMW Touring is newer by 2 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 141 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 995 kg more than 1974 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW Touring | 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Touring | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1572 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3160 mm |
