1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1979 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 308 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 308 (240 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 585 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 308.
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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ferrari 308. (260 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ferrari 308. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1979 Ferrari 308 has manual transmission. 1979 Ferrari 308 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 | 1979 Ferrari 308 | |
Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
Model | Cordoba | 308 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2927 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 71 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 | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1130 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2350 mm |