1995 BMW M5 vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1995 BMW M5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 438 kg more than 1995 BMW M5.
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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M5 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2163 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |
