2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (272 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker. (520 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Corvette | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3160 mm |
