1970 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (90 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
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, 2008 BMW Z4 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba. (217 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Cordoba | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Cordoba | Z4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3685 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.3 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |