2007 BMW 760 vs. 1971 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2007 BMW 760 is newer by 36 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, 2007 BMW 760 (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 760 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. 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, 2007 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker. (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 760 | 1971 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 760 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 7204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3160 mm |
