2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 663 kg more than 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione.
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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker has automatic transmission and 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione has manual transmission. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chrysler |
Model | 8C Competizione | New Yorker |
Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4242 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 95.3 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 100 L |