2009 Cadillac SRX vs. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker
To start off, 2009 Cadillac SRX is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 5,421 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. (180 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1951 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
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, 1951 Chrysler New Yorker (423 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Cadillac SRX. (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1951 Chrysler New Yorker will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Cadillac SRX | 1951 Chrysler New Yorker | |
Make | Cadillac | Chrysler |
Model | SRX | New Yorker |
Year Released | 2009 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 5421 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 423 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |