1976 BMW 3.3 vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1976 BMW 3.3 is newer by 2 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, 1976 BMW 3.3 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 3.3 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 371 kg more than 1976 BMW 3.3.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 3.3. (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 3.3.
Compare all specifications:
1976 BMW 3.3 | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
Make | BMW | Chrysler |
Model | 3.3 | Cordoba |
Year Released | 1976 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3295 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 101.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2930 mm |