Originally Posted by
vicarious_MR'er
If you think NYC is bad, you should ride the T in Boston...
+1 ^ Or, take a ride on the L in Chicago, almost as old as NYC at 120 years old (daily ridership @ 3/4 million) NY's subway service bagan in 1863 (thus, almost 149 years "young") with 5 million people riding daily, 24/7/365+
There's no question that modern systems designed & built in the 20th century like Bart in SFO or Metro in DCA are quieter, better plus it has modernized creature comfort (but they do not run at night & are closed down completely for maintenance, inspection & repairs, etc.) Compared to other continuously running systems around the world - it's just as safe & reliable as ever.
We grew up in the Bronx & lived 2 blocks from the elevated line, the sounds & train noises running became music of the night in the background, and, we slept tightly each & every night.
It's what makes, New York, unique & distinct ...
