1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1969 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 785 kg more than 1969 Ferrari Dino.
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 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ferrari Dino. (225 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ferrari Dino. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1969 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Ferrari Dino 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 1969 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Cordoba | Dino |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2419 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 193 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2290 mm |
