1961 Chrysler New Yorker
The New Yorker remained Chrysler's flagship premium series in 1961, featuring the powerful 413 CID V8 and the most luxurious appointments in the standard Chrysler lineup.
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413 CID V8 4-BBL (340 HP)
Engine
Unknown Plant (8)
Plant
Muscle Car Era
Era
No factory image on file
1961 Chrysler New Yorker
VIN Breakdown
| Position | Value | Decoded |
|---|---|---|
| Make Code | 8 | Chrysler |
| Series Code | 3 | New Yorker |
| Year Code | 1 | 1961 |
| Plant Code | 8 | Unknown Plant (8) |
| Serial Number | 720061 | Unit #720061 |
Basic Information
MakeChrysler
ModelNew Yorker
Year1961
ManufacturerChrysler Corporation
EraMuscle Car Era
Engine & Details
Engine413 CID V8 4-BBL (340 HP)
Cylinders8
Displacement413 CID
Horsepower340 HP
Compression Ratio9.6:1
Carburetor4 BBL
Assembly PlantUnknown Plant (8)
Plant Code8
Pattern SourceChrysler
Original Specifications
Headroom front37.8
Headroom rear38.1
Height55.1
Legroom front45.6
Legroom rear42.4
Length219.8
Nameplate origin1939
Wheelbase126.0
Width79.4
Source: Historical automotive documentation (1960-1972)