1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (226 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 560 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. (461 Nm). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 226 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3160 mm |
