1998 BMW 320 vs. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1998 BMW 320 is newer by 27 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 122 more horse power than 1998 BMW 320. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 710 kg more than 1998 BMW 320. 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 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 320. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 320 | 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 7204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
