1988 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (439 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (134 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 800 kg more than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 5 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker. (228 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chrysler New Yorker | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | New Yorker | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2971 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2132 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1559 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
