2005 BMW 740 vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2005 BMW 740 is newer by 39 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, 2005 BMW 740 (328 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 740 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 228 kg more than 2005 BMW 740.
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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 740 | New Yorker |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1935 kg | 2163 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3160 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |