2001 BMW M3 vs. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2001 BMW M3 is newer by 30 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, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
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) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M3. (502 Nm). This means 1971 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW M3 | 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | M3 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 7204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 502 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
