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Chrysler New Yorker

General information

ModelChrysler New Yorker
Year1951
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating61.2 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5421 ccm (330.79 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5421 ccm (330.79 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power182.50 PS (134 kW or 180 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque423.00 Nm (43.1 kgf-m or 312.0 ft.lbs) at 2000 Rev. per min.
Compression7.5:1
Bore x stroke96.8 x 92.1 mm (3.8 x 3.6 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed170.0 km/h (105.6 mph)
0-50 miles10.0 seconds
0-60 miles13.6 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.0958 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle13 m (511.8 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1905 kg (4,199.8 pounds)
Overall length5370 mm (211.4 inches)
Overall width1960 mm (77.2 inches)
Overall height1600 mm (63.0 inches)
Ground clearance220 mm (8.7 inches)
Wheelbase3190 mm (125.6 inches)
Fuel capacity75.0 litres (19.81 gallons)
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