2007 BMW 320 vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2007 BMW 320 is newer by 41 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 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (350 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2007 BMW 320. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 451 kg more than 2007 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 320 | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 320 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 109.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 100 L |
