1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 612 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro. (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Camaro | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3390 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
