1992 BMW 520 vs. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1992 BMW 520 is newer by 41 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (180 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 417 kg more than 1992 BMW 520. 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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 520 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 5421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
