1958 BMW 503 vs. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 503. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 503 would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 503 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 503 should accelerate faster than 1979 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 320 kg more than 1958 BMW 503.
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, 1979 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 BMW 503. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 BMW 503.
Compare all specifications:
1958 BMW 503 | 1979 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 503 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 5201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2930 mm |