2009 BMW 125 vs. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (226 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2009 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 699 kg more than 2009 BMW 125. 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, 1972 Chrysler New Yorker (477 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1972 Chrysler New Yorker | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 125 | New Yorker |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 477 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 2025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 68 L |
