1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 275 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica has manual transmission. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Cordoba | 400 Superamerica |
Year Released | 1974 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2420 mm |