1980 BMW 628 vs. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1980 BMW 628 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 445 kg more than 1980 BMW 628.
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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 BMW 628. (240 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 BMW 628. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1980 BMW 628 has manual transmission. 1980 BMW 628 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 BMW 628 | 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 628 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2786 cc | 5421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
