1975 BMW 1602 vs. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1975 BMW 1602. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1975 BMW 1602. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 890 kg more than 1975 BMW 1602. 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, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 BMW 1602. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 BMW 1602.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 1602 | 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 1602 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 5201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2930 mm |
