2008 BMW 760 vs. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 42 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, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (350 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 149 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Chrysler New Yorker (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1966 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 760 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
