1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 33 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, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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, 2007 BMW 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chrysler | BMW |
Model | Cordoba | 330 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2770 mm |