2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 28 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, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. (226 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Chrysler New Yorker.
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 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z9 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3160 mm |
