1974 BMW 3 vs. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW 3 would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 BMW 3 (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 387 kg more than 1974 BMW 3.
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, 1978 Chrysler Cordoba (334 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW 3. (270 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW 3. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1974 BMW 3 has manual transmission. 1974 BMW 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 BMW 3 | 1978 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 3 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1433 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2930 mm |
