1988 BMW 524 vs. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1988 BMW 524 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,204 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 BMW 524. (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 524. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 665 kg more than 1988 BMW 524. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 524. (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 524.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 524 | 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 524 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 7204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
