1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 300 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 2006 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cordoba | S |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3090 mm |
