1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2008 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2008 Ferrari F430 is newer by 32 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 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Cordoba weights approximately 295 kg more than 2008 Ferrari F430.
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, 2008 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 2008 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Ferrari |
| Model | Cordoba | F430 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 4309 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2610 mm |
