1957, 1958, 1959 Chrysler New Yorker Specifications
The 1957, 1958, and 1959 Chrysler New Yorkers took the auto world by storm with their bold new design and innovative automatic transmission. Unfortunately, the model failed to totally pull Chrysler from its economic and sales doldrums. A look at the 1957-1959 Chrysler New Yorker specifications below, however, show why the New Yorker is such a coveted collector's item. ©2007 Publications International, Ltd. The top-of-the-line 1957 Chrysler New Yorker sold for $4,202 as a two-door hardtop and $4,259 as a four-door hardtop -- a hefty price tag for its day. |
Specifications
Engines: ohv V-8 1957 392 cid (4.00 × 3.90), 325 bhp; 1958 345 bhp; 1959 413 cid (4.00 × 3.90), 350 bhp
Transmission: 3-speed TorqueFlite automatic
Suspension, front: upper A-arms, lower transverse arms, longitudinal torsion bars, anti-roll bar
Suspension, rear: live axle, semi-elliptic leaf springs
Brakes: front/rear drums
Wheelbase (in.): 126.0
Weight (lbs): 4,220-4,445
Top speed (mph): 110-115
0-60 mph (sec): 10.0-11.0
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