2004 BMW 630 vs. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2004 BMW 630 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 129 kg more than 2004 BMW 630.
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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 630 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5421 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1776 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
