1999 BMW 330 vs. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (272 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 320 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. 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, 1970 Chrysler New Yorker (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 330 | 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 330 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
