1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 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 33 more horse power than 1959 Porsche 356. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1959 Porsche 356. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 965 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356. 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (121 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba has automatic transmission and 1959 Porsche 356 has manual transmission. 1959 Porsche 356 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Porsche |
| Model | Cordoba | 356 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2110 mm |
