1977 BMW 628 vs. 1974 Chrysler Cordoba
To start off, 1977 BMW 628 is newer by 3 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1977 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 628.
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 @ 3200 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 628 | 1974 Chrysler Cordoba | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 628 | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2930 mm |
