1974 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 38 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, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (173 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 495 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Chrysler | BMW |
| Model | Cordoba | 116 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2660 mm |
